Why is Champignons de Paris classified as a moderately processed food (NOVA 3) and what additives does it contain?

It is considered NOVA 3 because the mushrooms are cooked, canned and combined with water, salt and a food‑grade acidity regulator; the only additive listed is citric acid (E330), used to preserve acidity.

How does the low sugar and moderate salt content of this canned mushroom affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The absence of sugars means it does not raise blood glucose, making it safe for diabetics, and its salt level (0.45 g per 100 g) is lower than many processed foods, offering a relatively modest sodium contribution for hypertensive individuals, though it should still be counted within daily limits.

Is Champignons de Paris suitable for strict diets such as vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb?

Yes, the product contains only plant‑derived ingredients (mushrooms, water, salt and citric acid), contains no animal derivatives or gluten, and its very low carbohydrate (1 g) and fat content also fit well with low‑carb or keto‑type plans, while remaining fully vegan.

Simpl • 800 g

Champignons de Paris

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

Champignons de Paris are sliced Paris mushrooms packed in an 800 g can, classified as a plant‑based food belonging to the fruits and vegetables (vegetables) group. The product earns a Nutri‑Score of A and falls in the NOVA 3 processing tier, offering very low fat (0.5 g), zero sugars, modest protein (2.4 g) and fiber (2.3 g) per 100 g, while containing 0.45 g of salt. While its low calorie (18 kcal) and low‑fat nature make it a healthy addition, the presence of added salt and an acidity regulator (citric acid) means it is not completely free of sodium or additives.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal18 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates1 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for canned vegetable products, this mushroom contains far fewer calories (18 kcal vs ≈ 83 kcal), sugars (0 g vs 3.6 g), fat (0.5 g vs 1.4 g), saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.3 g), salt (0.45 g vs 0.73 g), carbohydrates (1 g vs 14.3 g) and protein (2.4 g vs 3.8 g), while providing about half the typical fiber content.

Ingredients

Champignons de Paris, eau, sel, correcteur d'acidité : acide citrique.

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