Why is SAUCISSE SÈCHE Pur porc classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is classified as ultra‑processed because the formulation includes ingredients beyond the basic meat and salt, such as added lactose, dextrose, potassium nitrate (preservative E252), and spices, which are typical of industrially processed meat products.

How does the salt and sugar content in this sausage affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The sausage contains 4.5 g of salt per 100 g, a level that can raise blood pressure and is unsuitable for a low‑sodium hypertensive diet, while its 0.8 g of sugars is relatively low and does not significantly impact blood glucose, though the overall high fat and calorie content still requires moderation for diabetic individuals.

Is the lactose listed in the ingredients a concern for people with dairy intolerance?

Yes; lactose is a milk‑derived sugar, so the product can trigger symptoms in individuals with lactose intolerance or a milk allergy, and it is flagged as an allergen in the label.

Carrefour • 250 g

SAUCISSE SÈCHE Pur porc

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Product Insights

SAUCISSE SÈCHE Pur porc is a French dry pork sausage made from pork meat, salt, lactose, dextrose, garlic, white pepper, nutmeg, potassium nitrate and natural pork casing. It belongs to the processed‑meat group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed status and the presence of added sugars, a preservative (E252) and lactose. While it provides a high protein level (28 g per 100 g) and a traditional flavor, it also contains very high fat (34 g), saturated fat (14 g) and salt (4.5 g), which are considerations for a balanced diet.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal424 kcal

Fat34 g

Saturated Fat14 g

Carbohydrates1.2 g

Sugars0.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for dried sausages (≈18.6 g fat, 6.8 g saturated fat, 3.5 g salt and 1.6 g sugars per 100 g), this product delivers 34 g fat, 14 g saturated fat and 4.5 g salt, well above the typical range, while its sugar content of 0.8 g is below average.

Ingredients

Viande de porc, sel, _lactose_, dextrose, ail, poivre blanc, muscade, conservateur : nitrate de potassium, ferments, boyau naturel de porc. 165g de viande de porc mis en œuvre pour 100g de produit fini. Viande de porc d'origine Union Européenne.

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Carrefour

250 g