Why is Pizza mediterránea classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is NOVA 4 because the formulation combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, dairy, cured pork ham and several industrial additives; the label lists sodium nitrite (E250) as a preservative and sodium ascorbate (E301) as an antioxidant, both typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in this pizza affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 4.3 g of sugars per 100 g can raise blood glucose levels and should be limited by people with diabetes, while the 1.6 g of salt contributes a notable share of the daily sodium limit and may increase blood pressure, making it less suitable for hypertension without careful portion control.

Is the wheat flour in Pizza mediterránea a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes; the primary ingredient is wheat flour, which contains gluten, so the product is not safe for individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Hacendado • 430 g

Pizza mediterránea

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Pizza Mediterranean is a 430 g ready‑to‑heat pizza belonging to the "Pizza pies and quiches" group of composite foods. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting its relatively high salt (1.6 g/100 g) and modest sugar level (4.3 g/100 g) together with added preservatives nitrite and sodium ascorbate. On the positive side it provides 13 g of protein per 100 g, 23 % fruit‑vegetable‑legume content and a modest calorie count (234 kcal/100 g), though it contains gluten and lactose allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal234 kcal

Fat7.9 g

Saturated Fat4.2 g

Carbohydrates27.7 g

Sugars4.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for pizza‑type products, this pizza has slightly more sugar (4.3 g vs 4.14 g) but considerably less fat (7.9 g vs 11.36 g), saturated fat (4.2 g vs 4.89 g), salt (1.6 g vs 2.24 g) and energy (234 kcal vs 261 kcal).

Ingredients

Harina de trigo, queso Mozzarella (17%), verduras (13%) (calabacín, cebolla, pimiento rojo, aceitunas negras), tomate, agua, jamón curado (carne de cerdo, sal, aromas naturales, especias, dextrosa, sacarosa, conservador (nitrito sódico), antioxidante (ascorbato sódico)), queso de cabra (7%), aceite de girasol, sal, lactosa, levadura, especias, orégano.

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