Why are Frankfurt sausages classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives do they contain?

They are made from a blend of pork, turkey and mechanically separated turkey meat that is reconstituted with water, starch and other ingredients, then seasoned and treated with preservatives and texture agents. The label lists sodium nitrite (E250) as a preservative, carrageenan (E407) as a stabiliser, sodium triphosphate (E451i) as an anti‑caking agent, plus flavourings, smoke flavour and soy protein, all of which contribute to the NOVA 4 classification.

How does the salt content in these sausages affect a hypertensive diet?

At 2.1 g of salt per 100 g, the product provides about 35 % of the recommended maximum daily intake of 6 g, which can raise blood pressure and should be limited by people with hypertension or those monitoring sodium intake.

Is the soy protein in Frankfurt sausages a concern for people with soy allergy?

Yes, the ingredient list includes soy protein, which is a known allergen; consumers with soy allergy should avoid this product.

Carrefour

Salchichas frankfurt

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Frankfurt sausages sold by Carrefour are a processed meat product classified in the PNNS groups as fish, meat, eggs and processed meat. They provide 233 kcal per 100 g, with 19 g fat, 6.5 g saturated fat, 12 g protein, 4.5 g carbohydrates, 0.5 g sugars and 2.1 g salt, earning a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA rating of 4, indicating high salt and saturated fat but low fiber and no added sugars. The formulation includes pork, turkey, soy protein and traces of milk, and uses additives such as sodium nitrite (E250), carrageenan (E407) and sodium triphosphate (E451i), making it unsuitable for vegans and for those allergic to soy or milk.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal233 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat6.5 g

Carbohydrates4.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for German‑style sausages, these Frankfurt sausages have lower sugar (0.5 g vs 1.56 g) and salt (2.1 g vs 3.52 g), but higher fat (19 g vs 18.58 g), more carbohydrates (4.5 g vs 3.25 g) and considerably less protein (12 g vs 18.39 g).

Ingredients

Carne De Cerdo (35%), Carne De Pavo (19%), Carne Separada Mecanicamente De Pavo (15%), Agua, Corteza De Cerdo, Almidon, Sal, Proteína De Soja, Fibra Vegetal, Aromas, Aroma De Humo, Estabilizantes: Trifosfato De Pentasodio , Carragenano, Antioxidante: Isoascorbato De Sodio , Conservador: Nitrito De Sodio

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