Why does Streichcreme Gartenkräuter receive a Nutri‑Score of D, and which nutrients drive this rating?

The Nutri‑Score calculation assigns negative points for high levels of total fat (32 g), saturated fat (3.6 g), salt (1.4 g) and sugars (5.3 g), while the positive points from fiber (3.8 g) and the 48.9 % fruit‑vegetable‑legume content are modest, leading to a total score of 12 and a D grade.

How might the sugar and salt levels in this garden‑herb spread affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 5.3 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread can raise blood glucose more quickly than lower‑sugar alternatives, and its 1.4 g of salt contributes about 560 mg of sodium, which may increase blood pressure; both groups should consume it sparingly and balance it with lower‑sugar, lower‑salt foods.

Is the presence of sunflower oil and sunflower seeds a concern for individuals with nut or seed allergies?

Sunflower oil and seeds are derived from a seed, not a tree nut, but they can trigger reactions in people allergic to seeds; the product does not list other common allergens, so only those with known sunflower seed sensitivity should exercise caution.

DmBio • 180 g

Streichcreme Gartenkräuter

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Streichcreme Gartenkräuter is an organic, vegan, plant‑based spread sold in Germany, packaged in clear glass and steel, belonging to the salty‑and‑fatty product group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as NOVA 3, reflecting a moderately processed product with high total fat (32 g/100 g) and moderate saturated fat (3.6 g/100 g) plus 1.4 g of salt and 5.3 g of sugars. The spread offers 3.8 g of fiber, 4.4 g of protein and a notable 48.9 % of fruits, vegetables and legumes from garden herbs, but its calorie density (338 kcal/100 g) is above average for similar spreads.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal338 kcal

Fat32 g

Saturated Fat3.6 g

Carbohydrates6.1 g

Sugars5.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based spread (≈19 g fat, 2.6 g sugars, 2.9 g salt per 100 g), this product contains substantially more fat (32 g) and sugars (5.3 g) while providing less salt (1.4 g) and saturated fat, resulting in a higher energy value of 338 kcal versus the category average of about 210 kcal.

Ingredients

Sonnenblumenöl*, Sonnenblumenkerne*, Apfelsaft aus Apfelsaftkonzentrat*, 18% Zucchini*, Wasser, Zitronensaftkonzentrat*, 4% Schnittlauch*, Zwiebeln*, Meersalz, 0,8% Basilikum*, 0,4% Petersilie*.

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DmBio • 180 g

Streichcreme Gartenkräuter

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate