Why is Petto di tacchino cotto al forno affettato classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The slice is labelled NOVA 4 because the original turkey meat is combined with water, potato starch, dextrose, natural flavorings and two food‑grade additives: sodium nitrite (E250) as a preservative and sodium ascorbate (E301) as an antioxidant, which move it beyond minimally processed meat.

How does the salt content in this sliced turkey breast affect a hypertensive or diabetic diet?

At 1.77 g of salt per 100 g, the product contributes a notable share of the daily sodium limit, which can raise blood pressure in hypertensive individuals, while its low sugar (0.9 g) makes it suitable for diabetic meal planning.

Is this product suitable for people following gluten‑free, low‑carb or high‑protein diets?

Yes, the product is labelled gluten‑free, provides only 3.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g (low‑carb) and delivers 18 g of protein, making it compatible with high‑protein eating plans, though the added salt and preservatives should be considered.

Dal Salumiere,Lidl • 140

Petto di tacchino cotto al forno affettato

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Petto di tacchino cotto al forno affettato is a pre‑cooked turkey breast that has been sliced and packaged by Dal Salumiere for Lidl. It belongs to the Fish Meat Eggs PNNS group, carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed status due to added water, potato starch, flavorings, dextrose and the preservatives sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium ascorbate (E301). The slice provides 105 kcal, 18 g of protein and low sugar, but its salt level of 1.77 g per 100 g is relatively high and the additive package may be a concern for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal105 kcal

Fat2 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates3.5 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical cooked turkey breast slices, this product contains far less fat, saturated fat, salt and calories while delivering similar protein and even less sugar.

Ingredients

75% petto di tacchino, acqua, amido di patata, sale, aromi naturali, destrosio, antiossidante: ascorbato di sodio; conservante: nitrito di sodio. ~170496073~ Og 18,0 g 1,80 g SENZA GLUTINE. NATURALMENTE PRIVO DI LATTOSIO.

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