Why is Salmon al natural classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Salmon al natural is actually assigned to NOVA 3, which reflects a processed food that has been canned with added water and salt but does not undergo the extensive formulation steps that define ultra-processed items. The ingredient list shows only salmon, water and salt, and there are no additives, preservatives, or flavor enhancers listed.

Is the salmon in this product a concern for people with fish allergy?

Yes. The sole animal protein is salmon, which is a recognized fish allergen; the product is labeled with a fish allergen warning, so individuals with fish allergy should avoid it.

Is Salmon al natural suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten-free diets?

No. Because it contains salmon, it is not vegan or vegetarian. It is low in carbohydrates and high in protein, making it compatible with a keto approach, but it does not have certification for halal and contains no gluten, so it can be considered gluten-free.

Hacendado • 80g

Salmón al natural

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Product Insights

Salmon al natural is an 80 g canned salmon from HACENDADO, classified in the Fish and seafood group of the PNNS. It carries a Nutri-Score of A and is placed in NOVA 3, offering high protein (17 g/100 g) and low sugar (0.5 g/100 g) while containing moderate fat and 0.75 g of salt per 100 g. The product contains fish, is non-vegan and includes added salt, which may be a concern for those with fish allergies or sodium-restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal98 kcal

Fat7.5 g

Saturated Fat1.4 g

Trans Fat0 g

Monounsaturated Fat0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average canned fish product, this salmon has about half the sugar (0.5 g vs 0.98 g), dramatically lower salt (0.75 g vs 5.32 g), slightly higher saturated fat (1.4 g vs 1.32 g), similar protein (17 g vs 18.05 g) and provides roughly 98 kcal versus the category average of 149 kcal per 100 g.

Ingredients

Salmón, agua, sal.

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