Why is Vegetarian Ham‑Stick with Colorful Paprika classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it combines a refined protein base (egg white) with multiple processed ingredients and additives, including thickeners such as carob seed flour, xanthan gum (E415) and carrageenan (E407), acidity regulators potassium lactate (E326) and sodium acetate (E262), natural flavorings, and colorants carotene (E160a) and anthocyanins (E163). These additives are typical of highly processed convenience foods.

How does the 2.2 g of salt per 100 g in this product impact a hypertensive or low‑sodium diet?

At 2.2 g of salt per 100 g, the product provides about 44 % of the WHO recommended maximum daily sodium intake (5 g). Consuming it regularly can raise blood pressure in hypertensive individuals, so it should be eaten sparingly or balanced with low‑salt foods.

Is this vegetarian ham‑stick suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or other strict dietary regimes?

No, it is not vegan because it contains egg white, a direct animal‑derived ingredient. It may be acceptable for a gluten‑free diet as only trace amounts of gluten are reported, but it is not suitable for people with egg allergies and should be avoided by those requiring strictly egg‑free products.

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Vegetarischer Schinken-Spicker mit bunter Paprika

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

Vegetarian Ham‑Stick with Colorful Paprika is a plant‑based meat analogue made primarily from egg white (65 %), rapeseed oil, water, paprika and a blend of seasonings. It falls into the plant‑based foods category, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) due to its refined ingredients and several food additives. Nutritionally it is low in sugars, moderate in fat, but contains a high level of salt (2.2 g per 100 g) and includes egg as an allergen, making it unsuitable for vegans or those with egg allergies.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal161 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Monounsaturated Fat9 g

Polyunsaturated Fat3.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based ham alternative, this product contains only about 1.8 g of sugar per 100 g versus the category average of 10.7 g, but its salt level of 2.2 g per 100 g exceeds the typical 1.8 g average.

Ingredients

Eiklar 65%, Rapsöl 13%, Trinkwasser, Paprika 6%, Kochsalz, Gewürze, Verdickungsmittel (Johannisbrotkernmehl, Xanthan, Carrageen), Säureregulatoren (Kaliumlactat, Natriumacetate), natürliches Aroma, Traubenzucker, Farbstoff (Carotin, Anthocyane)

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Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal161 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Monounsaturated Fat9 g

Polyunsaturated Fat3.8 g

Comparative Analysis

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