Why is Bio-Brotaufstrich – Paprika-Trio classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several refined ingredients such as sunflower oil, potato starch, concentrated agave syrup and a carob seed flour thickener, which are typical of ultra-processed foods; however, it lists no synthetic additives or E‑numbers, so the only additive is the natural thickener (Johannisbrotkernmehl).

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

With 6.5 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread contains significantly more sugar than the average plant‑based spread, making it less suitable for strict diabetic control, while its 1.2 g of salt per 100 g is moderate and lower than the category average, so it can be used in limited amounts for hypertensive individuals but should still be monitored.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like Vegan, Keto, Halal, or Gluten-Free?

The spread is certified vegan, gluten‑free and contains no animal-derived ingredients, making it compatible with vegan and Halal diets; however, with 11 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is not keto-friendly due to its relatively high carb content.

Allos, Tartex • 135g

Bio-Brotaufstrich - Paprika-Trio

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Bio-Brotaufstrich – Paprika-Trio is a German-made organic plant-based spread classified in the salty snacks group. It carries a Nutri-Score of C and is placed in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed product. While it offers relatively low saturated fat, good fiber and protein levels, its sugar and overall calorie content are higher than typical spreads, and the presence of added thickener and oil contributes to the processing level.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal231 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates11 g

Sugars6.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant-based spread, this paprika trio contains slightly less total fat and markedly lower saturated fat, but it has higher sugar, carbohydrate and calorie values, while providing more protein, fiber and less salt.

Ingredients

Rote Paprika* 49%, Sonnenblumenkerne*, Sonnenblumenöl*, gelbe Paprika* 9%, grüne Paprika* 4%, Agavendicksaft*, Tomatenmark* 3%, getrocknete Tomaten* 2% (Tomaten*, Salz), Kartoffelstärke*, Zitronensaftkonzentrat*, Meersalz, Zwiebelpulver*, Knoblauchpulver*, Paprikapulver*, Verdickungsmittel: Johannisbrotkernmehl*, weißer Pfeffer*

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