Why is Seeded Sourdough Bread classified as moderately processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The NOVA 3 rating reflects that the loaf is made from simple grain flours, water, seeds and a sourdough fermentation, without any industrial additives or preservatives. Because no additives are listed in the ingredient list, the classification is based on the type of processing rather than on added chemicals.

How does the low sugar and salt content in Seeded Sourdough Bread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The very low sugar (0.5 g per 100 g) minimizes blood‑glucose spikes, making it a suitable carbohydrate source for people managing diabetes. The minimal salt (0.2 g per 100 g) helps keep sodium intake within recommended limits, which is beneficial for individuals with hypertension.

Is Seeded Sourdough Bread suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑carb diets?

All ingredients are plant‑based, so the bread is fully vegan. However, it contains wheat and rye flour, so it is not gluten‑free. With about 43 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is too high in carbs for strict low‑carb or keto diets.

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Seeded Sourdough Bread

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Seeded Sourdough Bread is a plant‑based loaf that falls under the cereals and potatoes group, specifically the bread sub‑category. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is placed in NOVA group 3, indicating moderate processing and containing no listed additives. Nutritionally it supplies modest energy (about 245 kcal per 100 g), low sugars (0.5 g), very low salt (0.2 g), moderate protein (8.6 g) and a good amount of fibre (5.5 g), though its protein is slightly below the average for breads.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

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Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average bakery bread, this seeded sourdough contains less sugar (0.5 g vs 4.8 g), less fat (3.8 g vs 5.5 g), markedly lower salt (0.2 g vs 3.8 g), slightly lower protein (8.6 g vs 9.9 g) and a comparable fibre content (5.5 g vs 5.4 g).

Ingredients

Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, MIXED SEEDS (10%) (Brown Linseed, Millet Seeds, Golden Linseed, Sunflower Seeds, Poppy Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds), Rye Flour, Malted Wheat, Salt, Wheat Bran, Malted Barley Flour,

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