Why is Petto di tacchino classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product undergoes multiple processing steps such as cooking, slicing, and the addition of functional ingredients, which places it in the NOVA 4 category. Its label lists sodium nitrite (a preservative), sodium ascorbate (an antioxidant), natural flavourings, and salt as the main added substances.

How does the salt content in Petto di tacchino affect a hypertensive or low‑sodium diet?

With about 1.97 g of salt per 100 g, the product contributes roughly 40 % of the recommended daily maximum for sodium, which can elevate blood pressure in sensitive individuals; therefore it should be consumed sparingly or paired with low‑salt foods for those managing hypertension.

Is Petto di tacchino suitable for gluten‑free, vegan, or keto dietary patterns?

The slice is certified gluten‑free, making it safe for celiac or gluten‑avoidance diets. It is not vegan because it contains turkey meat and egg white, but its very low carbohydrate content (2.5 g per 100 g) and high protein level make it compatible with keto and other low‑carb eating plans.

Fresche Fette • 140 g

Petto di tacchino

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Petto di tacchino is a sliced cooked turkey breast product marketed by Fresche Fette and sold at Eurospin. It belongs to the processed meat family (PNNS groups: Fish Meat Eggs) and carries a Nutri‑Score of C with a NOVA rating of 4, indicating an ultra‑processed item that includes added sodium nitrite as a preservative and sodium ascorbate as an antioxidant. While it is low in fat, saturated fat and sugars and provides 18 g of protein per 100 g, its salt level (≈2 g/100 g) is relatively high and the presence of egg white makes it unsuitable for vegans and those with egg allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal69 kcal

Fat1.5 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates2.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical processed turkey products, this slice contains only 0.5 g of sugars, 1.5 g of total fat and 0.8 g of saturated fat per 100 g, far below the category averages of 1.56 g, 18.58 g and 6.78 g respectively, while its 1.97 g of salt is also lower than the average 3.52 g.

Ingredients

petto di tacchino 75%, acqua 12%, albume d'UOVO, amido di patata, sale, aromi naturali, antiossidanti: ascorbato di sodio, conservanti: nitrito di sodio.

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120 g