Why is Norwegischer Räucherlachs in Scheiben – Mini-Pack classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because, besides the raw salmon, the product includes added salt, a food‑grade acidity regulator (sodium lactate), beech‑wood smoke used for flavor, and it is packaged under a protective atmosphere in plastic, all of which go beyond simple preservation of the fish.

How does the salt content of this smoked salmon affect a hypertensive or low-sodium diet?

With 1.65 g of salt per 100 g, the product contributes about 30 % of the recommended maximum daily intake of 5 g of salt, so regular consumption could elevate blood‑pressure risk for people with hypertension and should be limited in low‑sodium eating plans.

Is the salmon in this product a sustainable choice given its source?

The salmon is farmed (aquaculture) in Norway, which follows strict environmental standards; while farmed salmon generally has a lower impact on wild stocks than wild‑caught fish, sustainability depends on farming practices such as feed composition and waste management, making it a reasonably responsible option within the industry.

Almare • 90 g

Norwegischer Räucherlachs in Scheiben - Mini-Pack

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Product Insights

Norwegischer Räucherlachs in Scheiben – Mini-Pack is a ready‑to‑eat smoked salmon sliced pack from Norway, sold in a 90 g plastic tray and labeled with ATC and GGN certifications. It belongs to the "Fish Meat Eggs" PNNS group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its processing level and the presence of added salt, sodium lactate and beech‑wood smoke. Nutritionally, the salmon is high in protein (20.7 g/100 g) and low in sugars, but it contributes a moderate amount of fat (7.8 g) and a relatively high salt level (1.65 g/100 g), which may be a concern for salt‑restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal153 kcal

Fat7.8 g

Saturated Fat1.2 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for smoked fish products, this salmon delivers more protein (20.7 g vs 18.05 g per 100 g), a slightly higher fat content (7.8 g vs 6.62 g), and markedly lower sugar (0 g vs 0.98 g) while its salt level (1.65 g) is well below the category average of 5.32 g.

Ingredients

Lachs, Speisesalz, Säureregulator: Natriumlactat; Buchenholzrauch.

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220 g