Why is Filets de Maquereaux moutarde de Dijon classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra-processed because the mackerel fillets are combined with a prepared mustard sauce, refined rapeseed oil, thickeners, a colorant and several food additive codes; the label lists E100 (turmeric extract), E14xx (a group of unspecified additives), E412 (guar gum) and E415 (xanthan gum).

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

The product provides 1.3 g of sugar per 100 g, which is low and generally acceptable for diabetes when consumed in moderation, while the salt level is 1.2 g per 100 g - moderate and below the average for canned fish - so it fits within daily sodium limits but should still be accounted for in a low-sodium regimen.

Is the mustard in this product a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes. Mustard is listed as an allergen in both the ingredient list and the allergen tags, so anyone with a mustard allergy should avoid this product.

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Filets de Maquereaux moutarde de Dijon

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Filets de Maquereaux moutarde de Dijon are canned mackerel fillets in a Dijon-mustard sauce, classified in the Fish, Meat & Eggs PNNS group. The product carries a Nutri-Score of C and a NOVA 4 (ultra-processed) rating, offering 14 g of protein, low sugars and a high omega-3 content, while its saturated fat (3.2 g) and moderate salt (1.2 g) exceed typical averages for canned fish. It contains fish and mustard allergens and includes additives such as E100, E412 and E415, making it unsuitable for vegan diets and requiring caution for those with mustard allergy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal179 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat3.2 g

Carbohydrates3.2 g

Sugars1.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared to the average canned fish product, this mackerel in mustard sauce contains slightly more sugar (1.3 g vs 0.98 g) and substantially more saturated fat (3.2 g vs 1.32 g), but offers lower salt (1.2 g vs 5.32 g) and less protein (14 g vs 18.05 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Filets de _maquereaux_ 56 %, eau, _moutarde_ de Dijon 13% (eau, graines de _moutarde_, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), huile de colza, vinaigre de vin blanc, vinaigre d'alcool, vin blanc, farine de riz, ail en poudre, sel, sucre, colorant : extrait de curcuma, amidon modifié de maïs, épaississants : gomme xanthane, gomme guar, piment fort.

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