Why is Thai green chicken classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines many processed components such as cooked chicken breast, rice, sauces and flavor extracts, and it includes additives like rapeseed oil, pectin (E440), sugar, salt and a fish‑derived sauce, which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

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

With only about 1.9 g of sugar per 100 g, the meal is low‑glycemic and generally safe for diabetics, but the salt level of 0.37 g per 100 g (1.48 g per serving) is moderate and may require monitoring for individuals with hypertension.

Is the fish sauce in Thai green chicken a concern for people with fish allergies?

Yes, the ingredient list includes fish sauce water and anchovy extract, both derived from fish, so the product must be avoided by anyone who is allergic to fish.

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Thai green chicken

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Thai green chicken is a ready-to-eat one-dish meal that falls under the Composite foods and One-dish meals categories. It achieves a Nutri-Score of A but belongs to NOVA group 4, meaning it is ultra-processed and contains additives such as rapeseed oil, pectin (E440) and a fish-based sauce, while delivering 355 kcal per 400 g portion, 31 g protein and 6.7 g fiber. The meal is low in sugars, moderate in salt (1.48 g per serving) and low in saturated fat, yet it lists fish, milk and soy as allergens, so those with sensitivities should avoid it.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars0 g

Fruits & Vegetables57.8 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average meal in its category, Thai green chicken contains roughly one-third the fat (2 g vs 5.94 g per 100 g), less than one-tenth the salt (0.37 g vs 3.55 g), about half the sugars (1.9 g vs 3.57 g), and slightly more protein (7.8 g vs 7.2 g).

Ingredients

Cooked Vegetable Rice Mix [Carrots, Onions, Water, Brown Rice, Peas, Edamame Soya Beans, Lime Leaf, Red Chillies], Cooked Chicken Breast (20%) [Chicken Breast, Cornflour], Water, Coconut Milk, Onions, Semi-Skimmed Milk, Herbs, Lemongrass, Ginger Purée, Garlic Purée, Green Chilli Purée, Fish Sauce [Water, Anchovy Extract (Fish), Salt, Sugar], Cornflour, Galangal, Salt, Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Spices, Gelling agent (Pectin), Concentrated Lime Juice, Red Chillies.

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