Why are the 12 soft meatballs classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives do they contain?

They are labeled NOVA 4 because the formulation includes processed meat, added soy protein, acidifiers and several food additives such as sodium acetate (E262), potassium lactate (E325) and ascorbic acid (E301), plus bamboo fibre, beetroot powder and dried spices, which all increase the processing level.

How does the salt and saturated fat content in these meatballs affect a hypertensive or heart-healthy diet?

At 2.8 g of salt and 4.7 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the product contributes significantly to daily sodium and saturated fat limits, which can raise blood pressure and LDL cholesterol, so it should be eaten only occasionally by people with hypertension or cardiovascular risk.

Is the soy protein in this product a concern for people with soy allergy or for sustainability?

The product contains about 10% soy protein, which is declared as an allergen, so it must be avoided by anyone allergic to soy; from a sustainability view, soy can be a more efficient protein source but its environmental impact depends on the origin and farming practices.

Marque Repère, Férial • 300 g

12 boulettes moelleuses

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

The product is a pack of 12 soft meatballs made primarily from pork (58%), beef (8%) and rehydrated soy protein (about 10%). It belongs to the Meat group in the PNNS classification, carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its high fat (13 g), saturated fat (4.7 g) and moderate protein (16 g) per 100 g. The low sugar (0.4 g) and relatively low salt (2.8 g) are positive, but the overall profile is dominated by fat and sodium, making it a less healthy option for regular consumption.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal192 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat4.7 g

Carbohydrates1.4 g

Sugars0.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for meat products, the meatballs contain less sugar (0.4 g vs 2.15 g) and slightly lower salt (2.8 g vs 3.21 g), but they have a higher fat content (13 g vs 12.38 g) and higher saturated fat (4.7 g vs 4.21 g).

Ingredients

Viande de porc origine france (58%), proteines de {allergene}soja{/allergene} rehydratees (24%), viande de boeuf origine france (8%), eau, acidifiants: e262-e325, sel, fibres de bambou, gras de boeuf, aromes ({allergene}soja{/allergene}), betterave rouge en poudre, oignon deshydrate, epices, antioxydant: e301, dextrose, ail deshydrate, {traces}traces de gluten et lait,{/traces}

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