Why is Sgranocchi con farina integrale classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product uses refined wheat flours, added sunflower oil, extruded cereal pieces and an antioxidant extract, all of which are characteristic of industrial food processing, placing it in NOVA group 4; the only listed additive is E392, a rosemary extract used for its antioxidant properties, and the formulation is free of palm oil.

How does the salt and fat content of this product affect a hypertensive diet?

At 1.7 g of salt per 100 g, the snack contains less sodium than the average bread but still represents a significant source for a low‑salt regimen, and its 15.5 g of fat (mostly unsaturated) adds extra calories and can raise blood pressure if consumed in large quantities, so people with hypertension should limit portion size.

Is this snack suitable for a vegan diet despite containing wheat gluten and sesame?

All ingredients are plant‑derived and the product is labeled vegan, making it suitable for a vegan diet, although it does contain gluten and sesame, which are common allergens but not animal‑derived.

Barilla, Mulino Bianco

Sgranocchi con farina integrale

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Sgranocchi con farina integrale is a plant‑based bread‑type snack made mainly of whole‑wheat and refined wheat flours, sunflower oil and a mix of extruded cereals. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and belongs to the ultra‑processed NOVA group 4, reflecting its refined flour base, added oil and an antioxidant extract (E392). Nutritionally it is high in protein (14 g) and fiber (6.6 g) and provides ample calories (444 kcal) per 100 g, but its fat (15.5 g) and salt (1.7 g) are above typical bread levels, and it contains allergens such as gluten and sesame.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal444 kcal

Fat15.5 g

Saturated Fat1.4 g

Carbohydrates58.4 g

Sugars2.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average breads, this snack delivers markedly more protein, fiber and calories, while offering lower sugar and salt, but its fat and carbohydrate levels are also considerably higher.

Ingredients

Farina integrale di grano tenero 40g*, Farina di grano tenero tipo "0" 38,7g*, Olio di girasole, Cereali croccanti 11g* (riso 6,2g*, zucchero, malto d'orzo, avena 0,5g*, farro (grano) 0,5g*, grano tenero 0,5g*, grano duro 0,5g*, mais 0,5g*, orzo 0,5g*, segale 0,5g*, sale), Lievito, Sesamo 1,8g*, Estratto di malto d'orzo e mais, Glutine di frumento, Sale, Antiossidante: estratto di rosmarino, *per 100g di prodotto finito, Può contenere tracce di frutta a guscio, latte, senape, soia e uova

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