Why is Mixed Vegetable Pizza classified as moderately processed (NOVA 3) and what additives does it contain?

The pizza falls into NOVA group 3 because it is made with processed ingredients such as refined wheat flour, cheese, added salt, sugar and yeast, but it does not contain any manufactured food additives; the label reports zero additive substances.

How might the salt and saturated‑fat content of this pizza affect someone on a low‑sodium or heart‑healthy diet?

With 0.95 g of salt and 2.6 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the pizza contributes moderate sodium and saturated fat, which can raise blood pressure and LDL cholesterol levels; individuals on low‑sodium or heart‑healthy plans should limit portion size or choose a lower‑salt alternative.

Is the milk in the mozzarella and Gouda cheeses a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the product contains milk proteins from both mozzarella and Gouda cheeses, which are listed as allergens; people with dairy allergies should avoid it, and those with lactose intolerance may experience symptoms due to the small amount of lactose present in the cheeses.

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Mixed Vegetable Pizza

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Mixed Vegetable Pizza is a frozen composite food belonging to the pizza pies and quiches family, offering a Nutri‑Score of C and classified in NOVA group 3. It provides 8.1 g of protein, 2.2 g of fiber and roughly 42 % vegetables per 100 g, while containing moderate levels of fat (5.2 g), saturated fat (2.6 g) and salt (0.95 g). The product also carries milk and gluten allergens and includes processed ingredients such as refined wheat flour, added cheese and salt, which temper its nutritional strengths.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal201 kcal

Fat5.2 g

Saturated Fat2.6 g

Carbohydrates28.9 g

Sugars3.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical frozen pizzas, this mixed‑vegetable pizza contains roughly half the fat (5.2 g vs 11.4 g), slightly less sugar (3.3 g vs 4.1 g) and about half the salt (0.95 g vs 2.2 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Tomato Purée, Water, Mozzarella Full Fat Soft Cheese (Milk) (6%), Gouda Medium Fat Hard Cheese (Milk) (6%), Grilled Red Pepper (6%), Grilled Yellow Pepper (6%), Red Onion (3%), Red Pepper (3%), Spinach (3%), Marinated Semi Dried Tomatoes (3%) [Semi Dried Tomatoes, Sunflower Oil, Salt, Dried Herbs, Spices]. Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Sugar, Yeast, Potato Starch, Wheat Starch, Herbs, Spices, Dried Garlic, Sourdough Culture (Wheat). Allergy Advice

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