Why is Riz basmati coco pointe d'épices classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product undergoes industrial preparation steps such as pre-cooking the rice, extracting coconut, adding emulsifiers and flavourings, which places it in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category; its label lists the additive E322 (sunflower lecithin) and a natural flavouring as the only listed additives.

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

With roughly 1 g of sugars per 100 g, the product is low-sugar and therefore suitable for diabetes management, while its 0.3 g of salt per 100 g is modest but still contributes to sodium intake and should be counted toward daily limits for those with hypertension.

Is the mustard present in this product a concern for people with mustard allergy, and are there any other allergens to be aware of?

Yes, mustard is listed as an allergen, so anyone allergic should avoid this product; in addition, trace amounts of gluten and soybeans are reported, though they are not declared as main ingredients.

Taureau Ailé • 220 g

Riz basmati coco pointe d'épices

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Riz basmati coco pointe d'épices is a ready-to-heat basmati rice prepared with coconut extract, desiccated coconut, sunflower oil and a blend of spices. It belongs to the PNNS 'Cereals and potatoes' group, carries a Nutri-Score of C and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4). While it offers low sugar (about 1 g per 100 g) and modest salt (about 0.3 g per 100 g), its saturated-fat ratio is relatively high for a rice dish and it contains additives such as E322 emulsifier and natural flavouring, plus a mustard allergen, which may be drawbacks for health-conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal164 kcal

Fat3.8 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared to the typical basmati-rice category averages of 9 g sugars, 6.9 g fat and 2.96 g salt per 100 g, this product contains only about 1 g of sugars, roughly half the fat and about one-tenth the salt, making it nutritionally leaner than the average.

Ingredients

Riz basmati étuvé précuit à la vapeur 91%, extrait de noix de coco 2,4 % (extrait de noix de coco, eau), noix coco déshydratée 2,3%, huile de tournesol, piment rouge 0,6%, citronelle 0,6%, sucre, épices (graines de MOUTARDE 0,3%, poivre noir 0,01%), sauce épicée (vinaigre d'alcool, piment rouge, sel), sel, arôme naturel, émulsifiant: lécithine de tournesol. Conditionné sous atmosphère protectrice

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