Why is Mini Bites Quinoa & Chía classified as a processed food (NOVA 3) and which additives does it contain?

It falls into NOVA group 3 because it is made from refined wheat flour, added oils, sugars and preservatives, which involve industrial processing steps; the label lists four additives: sodium metabisulphite (E223) as an antioxidant, tocopherol‑rich extract (E306) also for preservation, sodium hydrogen carbonate (E500) and ammonium hydrogen carbonate (E503) as raising agents.

How does the salt content of this snack affect people with hypertension?

With 2.8 g of salt per 100 g, the snack exceeds the average snack salt level and is considered high in sodium, which can raise blood pressure and should be limited or avoided by individuals managing hypertension.

Is Mini Bites Quinoa & Chía safe for individuals with gluten intolerance?

No, the product contains wheat flour and barley malt syrup, both sources of gluten, and the label flags gluten as an allergen, so it is not suitable for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Gullón • 250 g

Mini Bites Quinoa & Chía

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Mini Bites Quinoa & Chía are small savory biscuits that belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes categories, offering a mix of whole-grain wheat, quinoa, chia and linseeds. The snack receives a Nutri-Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 3, reflecting its processed nature and the presence of four additives, including sodium metabisulphite (E223) and tocopherol-rich extract (E306). While it provides a notable 8.3 g of fiber per 100 g and contains no animal ingredients, it is high in salt (2.8 g/100 g) and includes gluten, making it unsuitable for low-sodium or gluten-free diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal479 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars6.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the typical snack that averages 28.98 g sugar, 17.65 g total fat, 7.8 g saturated fat and 1.98 g salt per 100 g, this product supplies only 6.2 g sugar, about 2 g saturated fat and 2.8 g salt, resulting in a slightly higher energy of roughly 480 kcal per 100 g.

Ingredients

wheat flour, high oleic sunflower oil 17%, oligofructose, sugar, malt syrup ( barley , wheat ), chia (salvia hispanica) seeds 3,5%, linseeds, quinoa seeds 3,5%, salt 2,5%, raising agents (sodium hydrogen carbonate, ammonium hydrogen carbonate), garlic powder, dried oregano, antioxidants (sodium metabisulphite , tocopherol-rich extract),

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