Why is the Piadina Romagnola IGP classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The flatbread is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes refined wheat flour, added olive oil, leavening chemicals and processing steps that go beyond simple baking. It contains the food additive E450 (diphosphates) as a raising agent together with sodium bicarbonate, both used to improve texture and rise.

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

With 1.77 g of salt per 100 g, the piadina provides about 30 % of the recommended maximum daily salt intake (5 g). Regular consumption can contribute significantly to sodium intake and may need to be limited by people managing high blood pressure.

Is this piadina suitable for a gluten‑free or vegan diet?

The product contains wheat flour, so it is not gluten‑free and should be avoided by those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. All listed ingredients are plant‑based, making it fully vegan.

DE MICOLI • 360 g

Piadina romagnola IGP alla riminese con olio extra vergine di oliva

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Piadina Romagnola IGP alla Riminese with extra virgin olive oil is a traditional Italian flatbread made from wheat flour, water, olive oil, salt and leavening agents. It belongs to the Cereals and potatoes and Bread groups, carries a Nutri-Score of D and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4). The product offers low sugar and salt compared with many similar breads, but it contains higher fat, modest protein, limited fiber and the additive E450 (diphosphates).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal290 kcal

Fat6.7 g

Saturated Fat1.1 g

Carbohydrates48 g

Sugars1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average flatbread values, this piadina contains less sugar, salt and energy, slightly more fat, but also lower fiber and protein while providing a similar amount of carbohydrates.

Ingredients

farina di grano tenero tipo "00", acqua, olio extravergine di olive (6%), sale, agenti lievitanti: difosfati, idrogenocarbonato di sodio, amido di FRUMENTO

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Coop

360 g