Why is Golden vegetable microwave rice classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is deemed ultra‑processed because it is a pre‑cooked, ready‑to‑heat meal that includes several industrial ingredients; its label lists additives such as turmeric extract (E100), yeast extract, maltodextrin, guar gum and a blended vegetable seasoning that contains dried onion, dried garlic, dried carrot, salt and flavorings.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 1.05 g of salt per 100 g, the rice provides a moderate sodium level, lower than many processed foods but still contributing to daily sodium intake, so individuals managing high blood pressure should limit portion size or balance it with low‑salt meals elsewhere.

Is the yeast extract used in the vegetable seasoning a concern for people with yeast allergies?

Yes, yeast extract is derived from yeast and can trigger reactions in people who are sensitive or allergic to yeast; those individuals should avoid this product or consult a healthcare professional before consumption.

Taste of • 250g

Golden vegetable microwave rice

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Golden vegetable microwave rice is a plant‑based, ready‑to‑heat meal from the "Cereals and potatoes" group, consisting mainly of cooked long grain rice and mixed vegetables and labeled vegan and vegetarian. Per 100 g it delivers low fat (1.8 g), low sugars (1.2 g), moderate salt (1.05 g) and 3.2 g of protein, with 2 g of fiber, which is less protein and fiber than the average cereal product. The product bears a Nutri‑Score of C, falls into NOVA 4 (ultra‑processed) and includes additives such as turmeric extract (E100), yeast extract and guar gum, factors that some shoppers may want to weigh against its convenience.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal136 kcal

Fat1.8 g

Saturated Fat0.2 g

Carbohydrates27.8 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical cereal products, this rice dish contains roughly one‑sixth the sugar, one‑fourth the fat, about one‑third the salt and less than half the calories, but it also provides only about one‑third the protein and less than half the fiber.

Ingredients

82% cooked long grain rice (water, long grain rice), 4,5% red pepper, 4% carrots, 3% sweetcorn, vegetable seasoning (dried yeast extract, dried onion, sugar, salt, maltodextrin, dried garlic, dried carrot, coarse ground black pepper, turmeric, flavouring), 2% peas, vegetable oil (sunflower oil or rapeseed oil), turmeric extract, yeast extract, stabiliser: guar gum,

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