Why is Lasagne a la bolognaise classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines many industrially prepared ingredients such as processed meat, refined pasta, and dairy, and it lists three food additives: E330 (citric acid) used as an acidity regulator, E509 (calcium chloride) serving as a firming agent, and an E14xx group additive that functions as an antioxidant/preservative. Their presence together with the multiple processing steps places the product in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and salt content of this lasagna affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With only 1.3 g of sugars per 100 g, the product contributes minimally to daily carbohydrate intake, making it relatively suitable for diabetic meal planning. However, it contains 0.8 g of salt per 100 g, which is moderate and can add up quickly if several servings are consumed, so individuals managing hypertension should limit portion size.

Is the milk in this lasagna a concern for those with dairy allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes. The ingredient list includes fresh cream and emmental cheese, both derived from cow's milk, and the product is labeled with the milk allergen, so it should be avoided by anyone allergic to dairy or who is lactose intolerant.

TOQUE DU CHEF • 300 g

Lasagne a la bolognaise

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The Lasagne a la bolognaise is a ready‑to‑eat meat lasagna from France, classified under the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that contains added emulsifiers and flavorings. Per 100 g it provides 130 kcal, 6.2 g fat (including 2.7 g saturated), 7.2 g protein and 0.8 g salt, offering modest protein but relatively high saturated fat and salt compared with typical meals.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal130 kcal

Fat6.2 g

Saturated Fat2.7 g

Carbohydrates11 g

Sugars1.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar prepared lasagnas, this product has lower sugar (1.3 g vs 3.57 g), lower salt (0.8 g vs 3.55 g) and lower energy (130 kcal vs 174.6 kcal), but higher saturated fat (2.7 g vs 1.94 g) and slightly higher total fat.

Ingredients

Eau, 17% viande bovine (origine France), 12% lasagnes (semoule de blé dur, œufs frais pasteurisés, eau), tomates concassées (tomates, jus de tomates, acidifiant : acide citrique, affermissant : chlorure de calcium), carottes, oignons, concentré de tomates, crème (lait) fraîche pasteurisée, amidon modifié de maïs, emmental (lait), plantes aromatiques, sel, arômes naturels, huile d'olive, poivre.

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