Why is Velouté de carottes à la crème fraîche classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The soup receives a NOVA 4 rating because it includes ingredients that are industrially formulated, such as modified corn starch and a natural flavoring, which are listed under the additive code E14xx; these components go beyond simple whole foods and place the product in the ultra‑processed category.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this soup affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.5 g of sugar and 0.7 g of salt per 100 ml, the soup is lower in both sugar and sodium than many processed soups, but the sugar amount can still contribute to carbohydrate intake for diabetics, and the salt content may be high for strict low‑sodium regimens, so portion control is advised.

Is the milk present in this soup a concern for lactose‑intolerant consumers?

Yes, the product contains fresh cream and reconstituted skimmed milk, both of which provide lactose; therefore it is not suitable for individuals who are lactose intolerant or who avoid dairy.

Marque Repère, Régal Soupe • 1 l

Velouté de carottes à la crème fraîche

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

Velouté de carottes à la crème fraîche is a 1 L ready‑to‑eat carrot soup enriched with fresh cream and skimmed milk, classified in the fruits‑and‑vegetables and soups groups. It delivers 1 g of fiber per 100 ml and a low sugar level of 2.5 g, while its Nutri‑Score of B reflects a relatively balanced profile for a cream‑based soup. However, the product is rated as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), contains added modified corn starch and a natural flavoring (additive E14xx), and its salt content of 0.7 g per 100 ml and modest protein (0.6 g) may be concerns for low‑sodium or high‑protein diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal37 kcal

Fat1.3 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates5.2 g

Sugars2.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average ready‑to‑eat soup, this carrot‑cream soup has roughly half the fat (1.3 g vs 2.65 g), about two‑thirds less sugar (2.5 g vs 3.73 g), and less than half the salt (0.7 g vs 1.72 g) per 100 ml, while also providing lower protein and fiber levels.

Ingredients

Légumes 53 % (carotte 38 %, pomme de terre, jus de tomates reconstitué, oignon) ; eau ; crème fraîche 3 % ; lait écrémé reconstitué ; amidon modifié de maïs ; sel ; beurre ; arôme naturel. Traces de céleri, gluten, crustacés, fruits à coque, mollusques, moutarde, œufs, poissons et soja.

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