Why is MAGGI Bouillon de Volaille 18 cubes classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

Because the cubes are made from a blend of salt, dehydrated potatoes, sugar, shea butter, chicken fat, chicken extract and a complex flavoring that includes wheat, the product undergoes multiple industrial steps such as drying, grinding and flavor encapsulation, placing it in NOVA 4; the only listed additive is the antioxidant E392 (rosemary extract), and the flavoring itself is considered a processed ingredient.

How does the 1 g of salt per 100 g in this bouillon cube affect a low-sodium or hypertensive diet?

At 1 g of salt per 100 g, the cubes contribute a moderate amount of sodium; using one cube in a typical serving adds roughly 0.5 g of salt, which can quickly raise the daily sodium intake and should be limited for people managing hypertension or following a low-sodium diet.

Is the wheat used in the flavoring a concern for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease?

Yes; the flavoring contains wheat protein, and wheat is listed as an allergen, so the product is not safe for anyone avoiding gluten, including individuals with celiac disease.

Maggi, Nestlé • 180 g

MAGGI Bouillon de Volaille 18 cubes - 180g

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Product Insights

MAGGI Bouillon de Volaille 18 cubes is a 180 g pack of French-made chicken broth cubes marketed as a quick-mix cooking aid. It carries a Nutri-Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, meaning it is an ultra-processed product containing added flavourings, a small amount of added sugar and the antioxidant E392, while providing low sugar (0.5 g), low saturated fat (0.1 g) but a moderate 1 g of salt per 100 g and allergens such as wheat (gluten) and celery. According to the PNNS classification it belongs to the "Seasonings and sauces" dietary family, and it is free from preservatives, artificial colours and palm oil, yet its high degree of processing and presence of animal-derived ingredients make it unsuitable for vegan diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal5 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates0.6 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

With only 0.5 g of sugar, 0.1 g of saturated fat and 1 g of salt per 100 g, this bouillon cube contains far less sugar (average 24.9 g), fat (average 12 g) and salt (average 2.36 g) than typical processed foods.

Ingredients

Sel iodé, fécule de pomme de terre, sucre, beurre de karité, arômes (BLÉ), sel, volaille 3% : graisse de poulet*, extrait de poulet* 0,8% ; extrait végétal aminé (BLÉ), curcuma, carotte, persil, extrait de CÉLERI-rave, antioxydant : extraits de romarin. Peut contenir : ŒUFS, LAIT. *graisse et extrait de poulet élevé en plein air.

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