Why is Oven Turkey Breast classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because the formulation includes added water, egg white, potato starch, salt, natural flavorings, apple juice concentrate, plus two additives: sodium ascorbate as an antioxidant and sodium nitrite as a preservative.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 2 g of salt per 100 g, a typical serving contributes about one‑third of the recommended maximum daily intake of 6 g, so regular consumption can raise blood pressure and should be limited by people with hypertension.

Is this turkey breast suitable for low‑carb or keto diets, and does it meet gluten‑free and lactose‑free requirements?

At 2.5 g of total carbohydrates and 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, it is low‑carb and can fit a keto plan when eaten in moderation, and the product is labeled both gluten‑free and lactose‑free.

Piacersi CONAD • 100 g

Petto di Tacchino al Forno

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Petto di Tacchino al Forno, sold under the Piacersi CONAD brand, is a sliced cooked turkey breast product made in Italy and belongs to the 'Fish, Meat, Eggs' PNNS group. It delivers 18 g of protein per 100 g while keeping fat (1.5 g) and sugars (0.5 g) low, but it contains 2 g of salt, making its sodium level relatively high and it is an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4) due to added water, flavorings and preservatives. The overall Nutri‑Score of C reflects the balanced protein and low energy (96 kcal) but the high salt and processing level, so it is best consumed in moderation as part of a varied diet.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal96 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average processed meat slice, this turkey breast has far less fat (1.5 g vs 18.6 g), lower salt (2 g vs 3.5 g), and fewer calories (96 kcal vs 255 kcal) while delivering similar protein levels.

Ingredients

Petto di tacchino 75%, acqua, albume d'UOVO, amido di patata, sale, aromi naturali, succo di mela concentrato, antiossidante: ascorbato di sodio, conservante: nitrito di sodio.

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Fresche Fette

140 g