Why is Gastro Tempura Battered Cod Fillets classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The cod fillets are coated in a wheat‑flour batter, fried in multiple vegetable oils and include several food‑grade additives such as colourings (E100 curcumin, E160c capsanthin), a raising agent (E450 diphosphates) and stabilisers (E500/E500ii sodium bicarbonate), all of which qualify the product as ultra‑processed under the NOVA classification.

How does the high fat and carbohydrate content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 13 g of fat and 15.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, the product can raise blood glucose levels and increase overall calorie intake, which may be challenging for diabetic management; however, its salt content is low (0.68 g), so it is less likely to aggravate hypertension compared with higher‑salt processed foods.

Is the mustard used in this product a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes, mustard flour is listed as an ingredient and the flavouring component explicitly states it contains mustard, so anyone with a mustard allergy should avoid this product.

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Gastro Tempura Battered Cod Fillets

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Product Insights

Gastro Tempura Battered Cod Fillets are breaded cod pieces that belong to the fish and seafood food group, providing 12 g of protein per 100 g. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains several additives such as E100, E160c, E450 and E500, as well as allergens including fish, gluten, milk and mustard. While it offers a source of lean fish protein, it is relatively high in fat (13 g), carbohydrates (15.6 g) and calories (229 kcal) and does not carry a Nutri‑Score, indicating a mixed nutritional profile.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars0 g

Fruits & Vegetables2.7 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average fish products, this tempura cod contains about double the fat and calories, markedly more carbohydrates, but less salt than typical category averages.

Ingredients

Cod Fillet (54%) (Fish), Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin (B3), Thiamin (B1)], Sunflower Oil, Water, Rapeseed Oil, Palm Oil, Salt, Maize Flour, Wheat Starch, Raising Agents: Diphosphates, Sodium Bicarbonate; Mustard Flour, Dextrose, Flavouring (contains Mustard), Dried Skimmed Milk, Wheat Gluten, Colours: Curcumin, Capsanthin; Spices.

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