Why is Mackerel fillets in olive oil classified as a processed food (NOVA 3) and does it contain any additives?

It falls into NOVA group 3 because the fish is combined with added olive oil and salt, which constitute a processed preparation, but the ingredient list shows only mackerel, olive oil and salt, so no artificial additives are present.

How does the saturated fat and salt content in this product affect cardiovascular health for people on a low‑sodium or heart‑healthy diet?

The product contains about 4 g saturated fat per 100 g, which can raise LDL cholesterol, while its 1.7 g salt (≈0.7 g sodium) is lower than the average canned fish but still contributes to daily sodium intake, so portion control is advisable for heart‑healthy or low‑sodium diets.

Is the fish ingredient in this product a problem for individuals with fish allergies, and does the olive oil pose any allergen risk?

Fish is the primary allergen, so anyone with a fish allergy should avoid this product; olive oil is generally not a common allergen, though rare olive‑oil sensitivities can occur.

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Mackerel fillets in olive oil

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Mackerel fillets in olive oil, sold under the Nixe brand, consists of 68% Atlantic mackerel fillets and 28% olive oil with a pinch of salt. It belongs to the fish and seafood dietary family (PNNS groups "Fish Meat Eggs" and "Fish and seafood"), carries a Nutri‑Score of D, is classified in NOVA group 3, and delivers high protein and omega‑3 benefits alongside zero sugars. However, its high total and saturated fat content and moderate salt level prevent a better nutritional rating.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal261 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average canned seafood product (average 149 kcal, 6.6 g fat, 1.3 g saturated fat, 5.3 g salt, 0.98 g sugars, 18.0 g protein per 100 g), this mackerel fillet provides roughly double the fat and saturated fat, about the same protein, zero sugars and considerably less salt.

Ingredients

GB IE Mackerel fillets in olive oil Ingredients 68% Mackerel Fillets (Fish), 28% Olive Oil, Salt. Allergy Advice For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

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