Why is Reduced‑salt turkey breast thin slices classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product undergoes extensive processing steps such as cooking, shaping, and the addition of water, syrups and preservatives, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. It contains the antioxidant E‑301 (sodium ascorbate), preservatives E‑250 (sodium nitrite) and E‑261 (potassium nitrate), stabilisers E‑407 (sodium alginate) and E‑451i (calcium polyphosphate), plus flavourings.

How does the salt content of this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 1.36 g of salt per 100 g (about 540 mg of sodium), the slice contributes a moderate amount of sodium; regular consumption can add up, so individuals managing high blood pressure should monitor portion size and balance it with lower‑salt foods throughout the day.

Is this product suitable for gluten‑free, low‑salt, or vegan diets?

It is certified gluten‑free and advertised as low‑salt, but it contains turkey meat and animal‑derived ingredients, so it is not suitable for vegan diets; the low‑salt claim reflects a reduced sodium level compared with typical cured turkey products.

Hacendado • 200 g

Pechuga de pavo reducido en sal finas lonchas

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Product Insights

Pechuga de pavo reducido en sal finas lonchas is a 200 g pack of thinly sliced turkey breast marketed by Hacendado and sold at Mercadona, featuring 65 % turkey breast, water, glucose syrup, dextrose, salts, stabilisers, flavourings, an antioxidant and preservatives, and it is labelled as low‑salt and gluten‑free. Per 100 g it provides 16.5 g of protein, 0.5 g of total fat (0.3 g saturated), 1.3 g of carbohydrates (all sugars), 1.36 g of salt, and 76 kcal, earning a Nutri‑Score of A. However, it is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), contains added sugars and several additives (E‑301, E‑250, E‑261, E‑407, E‑451i) and its salt level is moderate, which may be a concern for consumers limiting sodium or additives.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal76 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates1.3 g

Sugars1.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical processed meats, this turkey breast slice is far lower in fat (0.5 g vs 18.55 g), saturated fat (0.3 g vs 6.76 g), salt (1.36 g vs 3.51 g), sugars (1.3 g vs 1.58 g) and calories (76 kcal vs 255 kcal), while providing slightly less protein (16.5 g vs 18.4 g).

Ingredients

Pechuga de pavo (65%), agua, jarabe de glucosa, dextrosa, cloruro potásico, cloruro sódico, estabilizantes (E-451i, E-407), aromas, antioxidante (E-301), conservadores (E-261, E-250). Puede contener trazas de soja.

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Hacendado

225 g