Why is Noodles Yakisoba Pollo classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because the noodles are pre‑cooked wheat flour that is later combined with palm oil, modified starch, raising agents and a liquid seasoning, and the formulation lists additives including E621 (monosodium glutamate), E635 (disodium 5′‑ribonucleotides), E150a (simple caramel colour), E500/E500i (sodium carbonate) and E501/E501i (potassium carbonate).

How do the sugar and salt levels in this instant noodle affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.3 g of sugars and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g, the product is modest in sugar but the salt contributes about 47 % of the recommended daily maximum, which can raise blood pressure; diabetics should still watch the 28 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, as it can impact blood glucose levels.

Is the soy present in Noodles Yakisoba Pollo a concern for people with soy allergy or for sustainability?

Soy appears in both the soy‑sauce and soy‑powder components, so anyone with a soy allergy should avoid this product; while the soy used is not derived from palm‑oil‑containing sources, the overall formulation still contains palm oil, which remains an environmental concern.

Saikebon, Star • 93g

Noodles Yakisoba Pollo

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Noodles Yakisoba Pollo is an instant noodle with chicken flavor packaged in a 93 g jar. It belongs to the cereals group, is classified as NOVA 4 indicating an ultra‑processed product, and does not carry a Nutri‑Score label. Per 100 g it supplies 232 kcal, 5.1 g protein, 11 g fat (4.5 g saturated), 1.4 g salt and includes additives such as palm oil, E621 and caramel colour.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal232 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat4.5 g

Carbohydrates28 g

Sugars2.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical instant‑noodle averages, this product offers lower sugar (2.3 g vs 9 g), lower salt (1.4 g vs 2.96 g) and fewer calories (232 kcal vs 353 kcal) but higher fat (11 g vs 6.94 g) and considerably less fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Noodles istantanei 79% (farina di frumento, olio di palma, amido modificato, sale, agenti Lievitanti (carbonato di sodio, carbonato di potassio)), Condimento liquido 17% (salsa di soia 7,7% (acqua, semi di soia, frumento, sale), olio di semi di girasole, zucchero, salsa di soia in polvere (semi di soia, frumento, maltodestrine, sale), esaltatori di sapidità (E621, E635), aceto di sidro di mele, aromi, aglio, colorante: caramello semplice), Condimento disidratato 4% (verdure 3,3% (carota, cavolo, porro), carne di pollo 0,7%).

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