Why is Pane multicereali classified as a processed food (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bread is considered a processed product because it combines multiple refined ingredients and includes added preservatives; the label lists calcium propionate (E282) and sorbic acid (E200) as the only additives.

How does the salt and sugar content in this multigrain bread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.7 g of sugar per 100 g, the bread is low‑sugar and suitable for blood‑glucose management, but its 1.3 g of salt per 100 g is moderate and may contribute to higher sodium intake for those monitoring blood pressure.

Is the presence of gluten in Pane multicereali a concern for people with celiac disease?

Yes, the product lists wheat flour and added wheat gluten, making it unsuitable for anyone with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

Gilli • 450 g

Pane multicereali

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Pane multicereali is a multigrain bread belonging to the Bread group of the PNNS classification. It carries a Nutri-Score of B, falls in NOVA group 3 and provides 247 kcal per 100 g, with low sugars and moderate salt, while offering 7.1 g of fiber and 8.2 g of protein. The formulation includes calcium propionate and sorbic acid as preservatives, contains gluten, and may have trace amounts of nuts, which are important considerations for allergen‑sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal247 kcal

Fat6.7 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates35 g

Sugars2.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average breads, this multigrain loaf is lower in sugar, saturated fat, salt and calories, but has higher total fat and slightly lower protein, while delivering more fiber than typical products.

Ingredients

Acqua, farina di grano tenero tipo “0", farina di segale, farina integrale di grano tenero, semi di girasole 6%, lievito, semi di lino 5%, pasta (acqua, farina di segale, sale), semi di zucca 2%, sale jodato (sale, jodato di potassio), glutine di grano tenero, farina d'orzo maltato tostato, conservanti: propionato di calcio, acido sorbico. Può contenere tracce di frutta a guscio.

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