Why is Vegane Bratwurst classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The sausage is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes multiple processing aids such as thickeners, emulsifiers and stabilisers. Its additive list comprises citric acid (E330), processed algal extract (E407a), konjac glucomannan (E425ii) and methylcellulose (E461), all of which are typical of highly processed plant‑based meat analogues.

How does the high salt content of this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 4.25 g of salt per 100 g, the bratwurst exceeds the recommended daily sodium limit of about 5 g, which can raise blood pressure and counteract blood‑pressure‑lowering benefits of a diabetic diet. Consuming it frequently may increase cardiovascular risk, so it should be limited or balanced with low‑salt foods.

Is this product suitable for strict vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

The formulation is fully vegan, but the label notes possible traces of gluten, soy, milk and other allergens, so it cannot be guaranteed gluten‑free. Its carbohydrate level (6.5 g per 100 g) is low enough for a keto approach, though the high salt content may be a concern for some keto followers.

Vemondo • 200g

Vegane Bratwurst

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Vegane Bratwurst is a plant‑based sausage that falls under the PNNS dietary group "Fish, Meat & Eggs" despite being vegan. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), offering a high fiber content of 3 g and low saturated fat, but it is high in salt (4.25 g per 100 g) and provides less protein than typical meat analogues. The product contains several additives (E330, E407a, E425ii, E461) and may have traces of gluten, egg, milk, celery, mustard, soy and lupin, while its LDPE film packaging is recyclable in the yellow bin.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal263 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat1.7 g

Carbohydrates6.5 g

Sugars1.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average meat‑alternative sausage (1.56 g sugar, 18.6 g fat, 3.5 g salt per 100 g), this vegan bratwurst contains slightly less sugar (1.3 g), more fat (19 g) and notably higher salt (4.25 g), yet provides three times more fiber than typical products.

Ingredients

Trinkwasser, 16% Rapsöl, 8% Erbseneiweiß, Verdickungsmittel: Verarbeitete Euchema-Algen, Methylcellulose, Konjak-Glucomannan; Stärke Speisesalz, Zucker, Gewürze, Gewürzextrakte, Dextrose, Majoran, Citrusfaser natürliches Aroma, Säuerungsmittel: Citronensäure. Kann Spuren von Gluten, Hühnerei, Lupinen, Milch, Sellerie, Senf und Soja, enthalten. zur Mühlen Gruppe Markenvertriebs GmbH Gewerbestraße 1, DE-24860 Böklund 200 ge RICHTIG ENTSORGEN Folien Gelbe Tonne A LDPE/PA Kunststoff ~170533198~ LADL Energie Fett

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