Why is 2 Sausages classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product undergoes multiple industrial steps, includes isolated mycoprotein, rehydrated egg, refined vegetable oils and a range of functional ingredients; it contains the additives calcium alginate (E404), sodium alginate (E401), calcium chloride (E509) and calcium acetate (E263), which are typical of NOVA 4 foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 1.5 g of sugar per 100 g, the product is low in sugar and therefore has minimal impact on blood glucose levels, but the 1.2 g of salt per 100 g contributes modest sodium, which should be considered by people managing hypertension and may require portion control.

Is the egg ingredient in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes, the product lists rehydrated free‑range egg as an ingredient and it is highlighted as an allergen, so individuals with egg allergy should avoid it.

Quorn • 12 sausages

2 Sausages

Meat Alternatives

Product Insights

Quorn 2 Sausages are a plant‑based protein sausage marketed as a vegetarian meat alternative. They receive a Nutri‑Score of A and fall into NOVA group 4, meaning they are ultra‑processed and contain additives such as calcium alginate (E404), sodium alginate (E401), calcium chloride (E509) and calcium acetate (E263). Nutritionally they provide 11.2 g of protein and 5.5 g of fiber per 100 g, but their fat (11.1 g) and moderate salt (1.2 g) are higher than many vegetarian sausages, and they contain egg and gluten allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal198 kcal

Fat11.1 g

Saturated Fat1.4 g

Carbohydrates10.6 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average vegetarian sausage (≈1.94 g sugars, 9.5 g fat, 2.0 g salt, 192 kcal per 100 g), this product has lower sugars (1.5 g) and salt (1.2 g) but higher fat (11.1 g) and slightly higher energy (198 kcal) while delivering more protein and fiber.

Ingredients

Mycoprotein (41%), Rehydrated Free Range _Egg_, Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed, Palm), Rusk [_Wheat_ Flour (_Wheat_ Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamine), Water, Yeast, Salt], Onion, Natural Flavouring, Casing (Calcium Alginate), Textured _Wheat_ Protein (_Wheat_ Flour, Stabiliser: Sodium Alginate), Firming Agents: Calcium Chloride, Calcium Acetate; Seasoning [Herbs (Sage, Parsley), Rapeseed Oil], Pea Fibre, Roasted _Barley_ Malt Extract, Natural Caramelised Sugar

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