Why is Spaghetti sin gluten classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product uses refined corn and rice flours and includes the emulsifier mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), both characteristics of ultra‑processed foods, which place it in the NOVA 4 category.

How does the high carbohydrate content of this gluten‑free spaghetti affect blood‑sugar levels for people with diabetes?

With 77 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, the spaghetti can raise blood‑glucose rapidly; diabetics should monitor portion size and pair it with protein, fiber or low‑glycaemic foods to moderate the impact.

Is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free and low‑salt diets?

Yes, the spaghetti contains no animal ingredients, is certified gluten‑free and has only 0.1 g of salt per 100 g, making it compatible with vegan, gluten‑free and low‑salt dietary patterns.

Gallo • 450 g

Spaghetti sin gluten

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Spaghetti sin gluten is a 450 g packet of gluten‑free spaghetti made from 80 % corn flour and 19.25 % rice flour, certified vegan, lactose‑free, egg‑free and nut‑free. Per 100 g it provides 355 kcal, 77 g carbohydrates, 6.1 g protein, 2 g fat, 0.6 g sugars and 0.1 g salt, giving it a low‑fat, low‑sugar, low‑salt profile but a high carbohydrate load, and it falls in the PNNS group “Cereals”. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains the emulsifier mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), resulting in a Nutri‑Score of A despite its processed nature.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal355 kcal

Fat2 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates77 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical pasta (average 9 g sugars, 6.94 g fat and 2.96 g salt per 100 g), this gluten‑free spaghetti contains only 0.6 g sugars, 2 g fat and 0.1 g salt, far below the averages.

Ingredients

Harina de maíz 80%, harina de arroz 19,25%, emulgente (mono y diglicéridos de ácidos grasos).

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