Why is Pure di patate classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from dehydrated potato flakes that are rehydrated and mixed with several food‑industry ingredients; the label lists mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids, sodium phosphates, citric acid, sodium bisulfite and natural flavours, which are typical of NOVA 4 products.

How does the sugar and salt content in Pure di patate affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 1.6 g of sugar and 0.29 g of salt per 100 g, the puree provides less carbohydrate and sodium than most comparable products, making it a relatively safe choice for blood‑glucose control and blood‑pressure management when consumed in normal portion sizes, though the overall carbohydrate load should still be considered.

Is Pure di patate suitable for gluten‑free, vegan or other strict diets?

The product is certified gluten‑free and contains no wheat‑derived ingredients, but it lists mono‑ and diglycerides which may be derived from animal fats and it carries a "may contain traces of milk" warning, so it is not officially vegan and may not meet strict halal or kosher standards.

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Pure di patate

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Pure di patate is a ready‑to‑use potato puree belonging to the PNNS groups "Cereals and potatoes" and "Potatoes". It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product, containing emulsifier mono‑ and diglycerides, sodium phosphates, citric acid, sodium bisulfite and natural flavours, and it may contain trace milk. Nutritionally it is low in fat (0.6 g), sugars (1.6 g) and salt (0.3 g) per 100 g, while providing a high fiber content (11 g) and modest protein (2.2 g), but the presence of sulfites and the low protein level are downsides.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal62 kcal

Fat0.6 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates11.5 g

Sugars1.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for mashed‑potato products, this puree contains markedly less sugar, fat and salt per 100 g.

Ingredients

Suggerimento presentazione Purè di patate IT Preparato per purè di patate in fiocchi. Ingredienti: 97% fiocchi di patate, sale, emulsionante: mono - e digliceridi degli acidi grassi; stabilizzante: fosfati di sodio; acidificante: acido citrico; antiossidante: bisolfito di sodio (contiene solfiti); aromi naturali. Può contenere tracce di latte. SENZA GLUTINE. Confezionato in atmosfera protettiva. Conservare in luogo fresco e asciutto. Da consumarsi preferibilmente entro fine (in confezione integra): vedere retro. Lidl Italia S.r.l., Via Augusto Ruffo 36, IT-37040 Arcole (VR) 500g e (4 x 125 g)

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