Why does Manteiga Açoriana receive a Nutri‑Score of E, and which nutrients are responsible for this rating?

The product scores an E because it is very high in saturated fat (around 53 g per 100 g) and contains a relatively high amount of salt (1.5 g per 100 g), while providing virtually no fiber or fruit/vegetable content, all of which lower the Nutri‑Score.

How does the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g in Manteiga Açoriana affect people with hypertension or a low‑sodium diet?

The high salt contributes significantly to daily sodium intake; a typical 10 g serving already supplies about 600 mg of sodium, which can raise blood pressure and should be limited for those with hypertension or who need to restrict sodium.

Is the milk content in Manteiga Açoriana a problem for individuals with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes; the butter is made from pasteurised cream, containing milk proteins and lactose, making it unsuitable for anyone with a dairy allergy or lactose intolerance.

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Manteiga Açoriana

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Manteiga Açoriana is a salted butter from Portugal that falls under the 'Fat and sauces' and 'Fats' categories in the French Nutri‑Score grouping (PNNS). It is classified as a NOVA 2 processed culinary ingredient and carries a Nutri‑Score of E, reflecting its high saturated‑fat content (about 65 % of its fat) and relatively high salt level (≈1.5 g per 100 g). While it provides a dense source of energy and virtually no sugar, the elevated saturated fat and salt make it best suited for occasional use rather than as a staple for health‑focused diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal742 kcal

Fat82 g

Saturated Fat54 g

Carbohydrates0.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average spread, this butter supplies roughly 80 g of fat per 100 g (above the 76.6 g average), virtually no sugar (≈0.5 g vs 3.65 g), and a markedly higher salt content (1.5 g vs 0.38 g).

Ingredients

_Nata_ pasteurizada e sal: 1,5%.

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Manteiga Açoriana

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal742 kcal

Fat82 g

Saturated Fat54 g

Carbohydrates0.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Ingredients

_Nata_ pasteurizada e sal: 1,5%.

84%

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