Why does this camembert receive a Nutri‑Score of D despite being organic, and which nutrients lower its rating?

The Nutri‑Score algorithm penalises the cheese for its high saturated fat (14 g per 100 g), elevated salt (1.3 g per 100 g) and high energy (265 kcal per 100 g), while it gains little from low sugar, low fiber and the absence of fruit or vegetable content, resulting in a D grade.

How might the saturated fat and salt levels in this camembert affect individuals with high cholesterol or hypertension?

The high saturated‑fat content can raise LDL cholesterol, and the moderate salt amount may increase blood pressure, so people with hypercholesterolaemia or hypertension should limit their portion size or choose lower‑fat, lower‑salt alternatives.

Is this organic camembert suitable for low‑carb or keto diets, and can it be consumed by those with dairy allergies?

With only 0.5 g of carbs per 100 g, the cheese fits well into low‑carb or keto eating plans, but it contains cow's milk and therefore is not safe for anyone allergic to dairy.

Carrefour • 250 g

camembert

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Camembert is an organic soft cheese made from pasteurised cow's milk, classified in the Milk and dairy products and Cheese groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and belongs to NOVA group 3, reflecting a processed but not ultra‑processed product. The cheese is low in sugar and carbohydrates and offers high protein, yet it is relatively high in saturated fat, salt and overall calories.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal265 kcal

Fat21 g

Saturated Fat14 g

Carbohydrates0.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average values for similar cheeses, this camembert contains less sugar, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories while providing slightly lower protein and carbohydrates.

Ingredients

_Lait_ pasteurisé de vache biologique, sel, ferments _lactiques_ (_lait_) et d'affinage, contient présure et/ou coagulant microbien.

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camembert

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal265 kcal

Fat21 g

Saturated Fat14 g

Carbohydrates0.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average values for similar cheeses, this camembert contains less sugar, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories while providing slightly lower protein and carbohydrates.

Ingredients

_Lait_ pasteurisé de vache biologique, sel, ferments _lactiques_ (_lait_) et d'affinage, contient présure et/ou coagulant microbien.

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