Why is Provencal sauce classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled NOVA 4 because the formulation includes industrially added ingredients such as refined cane sugar, sunflower oil, extra-virgin olive oil, potato starch and a citric acid (E330) acidifier, which go beyond simple preparation of whole foods; the only listed additive is the citric acid used as an acidifier.

How do the sugar and salt levels in Provencal sauce affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The sauce contains 5.5 g of sugars and 1 g of salt per 100 g, which is moderate; for diabetics the sugar can raise blood glucose if consumed in large portions, and for hypertensive individuals the salt contributes to sodium intake, so portion control is advisable.

Is Provencal sauce suitable for vegan, gluten-free, or other strict diets?

All listed ingredients are plant-derived, making the sauce vegan, but the presence of a gluten allergen label means it is not gluten-free, and it may contain traces of celery, milk and mustard, which can affect those with specific food allergies.

Carrefour BIO, Carrefour • 190 g

Sauce provençale

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Provencal sauce is an organic French tomato-based condiment classified in the Fat and sauces and Dressings and sauces PNNS groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of A and falls into the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting the inclusion of refined sugar, added oils, potato starch and a citric acid (E330) additive, while providing 5.5 g of sugars, 0.4 g of saturated fat and 1 g of salt per 100 g. The sauce is high in vegetables (about 94% fruit/veg content) and entirely organic, but it contains gluten and may have traces of celery, milk and mustard, which can be problematic for certain allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal64 kcal

Fat2.6 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates7.2 g

Sugars5.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for tomato-based sauces (10.95 g sugar, 12.02 g fat, 2.14 g saturated fat, 5.02 g salt and 183 kcal per 100 g), this sauce delivers only 5.5 g sugar, 0.4 g saturated fat, 1 g salt and about 63 kcal, well below the category averages for sugar, saturated fat, salt and energy.

Ingredients

Purée de tomates bio 58.2%, pulpe de tomates bio 21.5%, oignon bio 9%, carotte bio 5%, huile de tournesol bio, sucre de canne bio, huile d'olive vierge extra bio, amidon de pomme de terre bio, sel de Guérande, épices bio et plantes aromatiques bio (dont basilic bio 0.2%), sarriette bio, arôme naturel de basilic, acidifiant : acide citrique. Peut contenir des traces de céleri, lait et moutarde.

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