Why is Thon entier albacore au naturel classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Although the question refers to a NOVA 4 classification, the product is actually classified as NOVA 3, indicating it is processed but not ultra-processed; its ingredient list includes only albacore tuna, water and salt, and no additives are declared.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With roughly 12.7 g of salt per 100 g, more than double the average seafood level, the product can significantly increase sodium intake, which may raise blood pressure and is therefore unsuitable for people on a low-salt or hypertensive diet.

Is the albacore tuna in this product a concern for people with fish allergies?

Yes; the sole protein ingredient is albacore tuna and the product is labelled with the fish allergen, so individuals allergic to fish should avoid it.

Marque Repère, Pêche Océan • 140 g

Thon entier albacore au naturel

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Product Insights

Thon entier albacore au naturel is a canned whole albacore tuna presented in brine, belonging to the Fish and seafood group (PNNS: Fish and seafood). It is classified as a NOVA 3 processed food and carries no declared additives, offering low sugar, low saturated fat and a modest protein boost, but it delivers a relatively high salt level. While the Nutri-Score is not provided, the product’s low fat and sugar make it a lean protein source, though the elevated sodium may be a concern for salt-restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal114 kcal

Fat1 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Proteins26 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average seafood product, this canned albacore tuna contains virtually no sugars and considerably less fat and saturated fat than the typical 6.6 g per 100 g, but its salt content (about 12.7 g per 100 g) more than doubles the usual 5.3 g level.

Ingredients

Thon albacore, eau, sel.

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Marque Repère, Pêche Océan

93 g