Why is Protein-g classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Protein-g is classified as ultra-processed because it combines refined wheat flour, legume flours and added industrial ingredients such as leavening agents (sodium bicarbonate, ammonium bicarbonate and monocalcium phosphate), an emulsifier (lecithin) and a natural antioxidant (rosemary extract, E392), which are typical of NOVA 4 foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in Protein-g affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The product contains only 2 g of sugar per 100 g, which is relatively low and can be accommodated in a diabetic meal plan when portion sizes are controlled, but its salt level of 1.75 g per 100 g is high enough to contribute significantly to daily sodium intake and may be unsuitable for people managing hypertension.

Is the legume content in Protein-g a concern for people allergic to lentils, chickpeas, or peas?

Yes, Protein-g includes red and yellow lentils, chickpeas and peas, all of which are common legume allergens, so individuals with legume sensitivities should avoid this product; it also may contain traces of soy, milk, eggs, mustard and hazelnuts.

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Protein-g

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Protein-g is a legume-enriched salty snack cracker from the Salty Snacks and Appetizers group. It carries a Nutri-Score of C and falls into the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting the presence of multiple additives and a high salt level of 1.75 g per 100 g. While it offers substantial dietary fiber from lentils and chickpeas, it also contains common allergens (milk, eggs, soy, mustard, hazelnuts) and is not suitable for vegan diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal463 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates56.9 g

Sugars2 g

Comparative Analysis

With 2 g of sugar per 100 g, it contains less sugar than the average snack (3.84 g), and its 1.75 g of salt is far below the category's average of 52.44 g, though its energy (about 462 kcal) aligns closely with the typical 471 kcal.

Ingredients

Farina di grano tenero tipo 2 55% Farine di legumi 32,5% (lenticchie rosse e gialle 13%, ceci 13%, piselli 6,5%, sul prodotto finito) Olio di girasole alto oleico Semi di sesamo 3,9% Semi di lino 2,6% Sale marino integrale Agenti lievitanti (carbonato acido di sodio, carbonato acido di ammonio, fosfato monocalcico) Lievito per panificazione (lievito di birra) Emulsionante: lecitina Antiossidante: estratto di rosmarino Può contenere latte, uova, soia, senape, nocciole e altra frutta a guscio

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