Why is Colin d'Alaska MSC Fish & Chips classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several industrial ingredients such as refined wheat flour, starches, added oils, and a breaded coating, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group. Its label lists the food‑grade additives diphosphates (E450) and sodium bicarbonate (E500/E500ii) used as leavening agents.

How do the fat and salt levels in this fish & chips affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

While the sugar content is low, the product’s high fat (13 g per 100 g) and calorie density can increase overall energy intake, which may challenge blood‑glucose control for diabetics. Its salt amount (0.8 g per 100 g) is modest compared with many processed foods, but individuals on a low‑sodium regimen should still monitor portion sizes.

Is the presence of wheat gluten and milk powder a concern for people with gluten or dairy allergies?

Yes. The breaded coating contains wheat flour and added wheat gluten, and the recipe includes powdered semi‑skimmed milk, making the product unsuitable for anyone with gluten intolerance, celiac disease, or a dairy allergy.

Findus • 240g

Colin d'Alaska MSC Fish & Chips notes de Malt

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Product Insights

Colin d'Alaska MSC Fish & Chips is a breaded Alaska pollock product from Findus, sold in a 240 g cardboard sleeve and certified MSC sustainable. It delivers 14 g of protein per 100 g but is high in fat (13.3 g) and calories (246 kcal), while sugar is low and salt moderate, earning a Nutri‑Score of C and falling into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. The product contains fish, wheat gluten and milk allergens and includes additives E450, E500 and E500ii, all packaged in recyclable cardboard.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal246 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breaded fish product, this fish‑and‑chips contains about half the sugar and salt, roughly double the fat, over 60 % more calories, far fewer protein grams and substantially more carbohydrates.

Ingredients

Colin d'alaska 56%, panure 30,4% (farine de blé, eau, amidons (blé, pommes de terre), farine de riz, bière (contient orge) 1,2%, poudre à lever (diphosphates, bicarbonate de sodium), farine de maïs, huile de colza, sel, dextrose, arôme naturel (dont blé), gluten de blé, lait demi-écrémé en poudre), huile de colza.

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