Why is Sardines in sunflower oil classified as NOVA 3 and what additives does it contain?

The product is classified as NOVA 3 because it is a canned fish product that undergoes basic heating and oil preservation without industrial formulations; the ingredient list includes only sardines, sunflower oil and salt, with no added sugars, preservatives or other food additives.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

At 0.81 g of salt per 100 g, the sardines provide a moderate sodium level that is much lower than many canned foods, but they still contribute to daily sodium intake and should be consumed in controlled portions as part of a low‑salt dietary plan for hypertension.

Is the fish ingredient in this product a concern for people with fish allergies?

Yes, fish is the primary ingredient and is explicitly listed as an allergen, so anyone with a fish allergy should avoid this product.

Lidl, Nixe • 135g

Sardines à l’huile de tournesols

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

This product is canned sardines preserved in sunflower oil, belonging to the fish and seafood family (PNNS group “Fish Meat Eggs”). It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is placed in the NOVA‑3 processing category, offering high protein (23.4 g per 100 g) and low sugars while providing a moderate amount of fat (14.8 g) and saturated fat (2.9 g). The salt level is moderate (0.81 g per 100 g) and the product is a good source of omega‑3 fatty acids, but the relatively high fat content and the presence of fish allergens should be considered.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal227 kcal

Fat14.8 g

Saturated Fat2.9 g

Carbohydrates0.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical canned fish averages, this sardine product contains less than half the sugar (0.5 g vs 0.98 g) and far less salt (0.81 g vs 5.32 g), but its fat (14.8 g) and saturated fat (2.9 g) are considerably higher than the category norms.

Ingredients

FP Sardines à l'huile de tournesol. Ingrédie.itsdines (poissons), 29% huile de tournesol, sel.

84%

35%

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