Why is Pan de molde con masa madre, linaza, avena y trigo espelta classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bread is rated NOVA 4 because its formulation combines refined flours, added vegetable oil, multiple grain and seed ingredients, and a sourdough fermentation step, all of which constitute industrial processing; it does not list any synthetic additives, so the ultra‑processed label stems from the complexity of the ingredient list rather than from added preservative or flavor agents.

How does the sugar and salt content of this bread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 3.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the loaf contributes modest carbohydrates that can fit within a balanced diabetic meal plan if total intake is monitored, while the 0.81 g of salt per 100 g approaches half of the daily recommended limit for most adults, so hypertensive individuals should limit portion size or choose a lower‑salt alternative.

Is this bread suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

The product contains wheat gluten and sesame seeds, so it is not gluten‑free; its vegan status is listed as unknown because the sourdough starter may involve microbial cultures, and its carbohydrate density (38 g per 100 g) makes it unsuitable for a keto diet, though it is acceptable for vegetarian diets.

The Rustik Bakery • 400 g

Pan de molde con masa madre, linaza, avena y trigo espelta

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

The Rustik Bakery’s sliced multigrain sourdough bread, made with wheat, rye, spelt, oat flakes, linseed and pumpkin, belongs to the cereal‑based bread family (PNNS groups: Cereals and potatoes, Bread). It delivers 11 g of protein per 100 g, while containing 3.5 g fat, 3.8 g sugars and 0.81 g salt, which are all lower than the average values for similar loaves (5.52 g fat, 4.79 g sugars, 3.95 g salt, 9.9 g protein), earning it a Nutri‑Score of C but a NOVA rating of 4. The product is classified as ultra‑processed, lists no added preservatives, yet it includes wheat gluten and sesame seeds, making it unsuitable for gluten‑free or sesame‑allergic consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal241 kcal

Fat3.5 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates38 g

Sugars3.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sliced multigrain loaf (4.79 g sugar, 5.52 g fat, 3.95 g salt, 9.9 g protein per 100 g), this bread contains less sugar (3.8 g), less fat (3.5 g) and far less salt (0.81 g) while providing more protein (11 g).

Ingredients

Harina de trigo, agua, masa madre de trigo (9%), harina de centeno (3,5%), semillas de linaza (3,4%), levadura y otros microorganismos naturales (l,brevis y p,shermanii), semillas de lino amarillo (1,6%), semolina de trigo (1,4%), copos de centeno (1,3%), fibra de trigo, aceite vegetal (girasol), sal, copos de avena (0,9%), copos de patata, trigo espelta troceado (0,8%), semillas de calabaza troceada, cebada troceada (0,4%), germen de trigo, harina de maiz (0,4%), gluten de trigo, semillas de girasol, semillas de sesamo, alforfon troceado

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