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

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines several refined ingredients such as cream, wheat flour, tomato concentrate, mustard and undergoes industrial processing to achieve a smooth spreadable texture; however, the label declares zero additives, meaning no preservative, colorant or flavoring additives are listed.

How do the sugar and salt levels in Rillettes de saumon affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With only 0.6 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread is low‑sugar and generally safe for people managing diabetes, while its 0.8 g of salt per 100 g is modest and lower than many comparable spreads, making it relatively acceptable for blood‑pressure control when eaten in reasonable portions.

Is the wheat flour in this salmon spread a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes. Wheat flour provides gluten, so the product is not suitable for anyone who must avoid gluten, including individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Groix & Nature • 100 g

Rillettes de saumon

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Rillettes de saumon is a fish‑based spread belonging to the Fish, Meat, Eggs PNNS group, marketed in a glass jar. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group, reflecting its relatively high fat (12 g) and saturated fat (5.2 g) content alongside modest sugar (0.6 g) and salt (0.8 g) levels. While it provides a good amount of protein (13 g) and a creamy texture from cream and wheat flour, it contains allergens such as fish, gluten, milk and mustard, which may limit suitability for certain consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal170 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat5.2 g

Carbohydrates2.5 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for salmon rillettes, this product contains roughly double the fat (12 g vs 6.6 g) and five times the saturated fat (5.2 g vs 1.3 g), but lower sugar (0.6 g vs 1.0 g), much less salt (0.8 g vs 5.3 g), fewer proteins (13 g vs 18 g) and a higher energy count (170 kcal vs 149 kcal).

Ingredients

_Saumon_ (Salmo salar, origine Écosse, Norvège ou Irlande) (54%), _crème_ liquide, saumon* (Salmo salar, origine Écosse, Norvège ou Irlande) fumé (10,5%), eau, farine de _blé_, concentré de tomates, moutarde, protéines de _lait_ et lactose, sel, poivre, piment, coriandre.

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125 g