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

The product combines chicken and turkey meat with water, soy protein, lactose, glucose syrup and a range of technical ingredients; to improve texture, preservation and flavor it uses the additives E250 (sodium nitrite preservative), E330 (citric acid), E316 (ascorbic acid), thickening agents E407/E407a (agar) and stabilisers E450/E451, which place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the salt content of Des de volaille affect a hypertensive or sodium‑restricted diet?

At 2.8 g of salt per 100 g, the product contributes a substantial portion of the daily recommended maximum (≤5 g), so regular consumption can quickly raise sodium intake and may be unsuitable for people managing high blood pressure or those following low‑salt diets.

Is the soy protein in this product a concern for consumers with soy allergy?

Yes. Soy protein is listed among the ingredients and the allergen tag includes soybeans, so anyone with a soy allergy should avoid this product.

TradilègeMarque Repère • 2 x 75 g

Dés de volaille

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Product Insights

Des de volaille is a ready‑to‑eat processed meat item classified under the “Processed meat” group in the French PNNS system. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature and a formulation that includes several food additives such as preservatives (E250), acidity regulators (E330), antioxidants (E316) and thickening agents (E407, E450, E451). Nutritionally, it is very low in fat and saturated fat, provides 17 g of protein per 100 g, but contains 2.8 g of salt (rated high) and 1.9 g of sugars, making it a high‑salt, moderately sweet option.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal83 kcal

Fat0.7 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates2.2 g

Sugars1.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average processed poultry ham, this product contains far less fat (0.7 g vs 18.6 g per 100 g) but slightly more sugar (1.9 g vs 1.6 g) and a comparable protein level.

Ingredients

Filets de poulet et de dinde 76%, eau, proteines de {allergene}soja{/allergene}, sel, sirop de glucose, {allergene}lactose{/allergene}, dextrose, gelifiant: e407a-e407, aromes naturels, proteines de {allergene}lait{/allergene}, stabilisants: e450-e451, conservateur: e250, acidifiants : e330, antioxydants : e316,

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