Why is Allumettes de bacon Fumées classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes multiple processed ingredients such as dextrose, flavorings, smoke flavorings, and two additives: sodium nitrite (E250), a preservative, and ascorbic acid (E316), an antioxidant; these components go beyond the basic meat and salt of a minimally processed food.

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

At 2.5 g of salt per 100 g, the bacon contributes a significant portion of the daily recommended limit (about 5 g), which can raise blood pressure and counteract sodium‑restriction advice for hypertension, while the low sugar content makes it less problematic for blood‑glucose control in diabetes.

Based on its ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

The bacon is made from pork and contains animal‑derived additives, so it is not vegan, halal, or kosher; however, its low carbohydrate and sugar profile fits a keto diet, and it does not list gluten‑containing grains, making it essentially gluten‑free.

Marque Repère, Tradilège • 2x100g=200g

Allumettes de bacon Fumées

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Product Insights

Allumettes de bacon Fumées are smoked pork bacon sticks classified as processed meat (PNNS group: Processed meat). They provide 20 g of protein per 100 g and are relatively low in fat, saturated fat, sugar and calories, but contain 2.5 g of salt and additives such as sodium nitrite (E250) and ascorbic acid (E316), earning a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed rating. Consumers should weigh the high protein and low sugar benefits against the elevated salt level and presence of preservatives.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal130 kcal

Fat4.8 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates0.6 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average processed meats, this smoked bacon contains less fat, saturated fat, sugar, salt and calories, while offering slightly more protein per 100 g.

Ingredients

Viande de porc, sel, dextrose, aromes, aromes de fumee, antioxydant : e316, ferments, conservateur : e250.

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200 g (2 x 100 g)