How does the sugar and salt content in whole‑grain penne affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 3.5 g of sugar and 0.03 g of salt per 100 g, the pasta adds minimal glucose load and negligible sodium, making it a suitable carbohydrate source for people managing blood sugar or blood pressure when paired with a balanced meal.

Is the whole‑grain durum wheat semolina in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the semolina is derived from durum wheat and contains gluten; individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should avoid this pasta and choose certified gluten‑free alternatives.

Can this whole‑grain penne be incorporated into a vegan or low‑carb diet?

The product is certified vegan, so it fits vegan meal plans, but its 62 g of carbohydrates per 100 g makes it unsuitable for strict low‑carb or ketogenic diets.

Albert Heijn Bio • 500 gram

Penne volkoren

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Penne volkoren is an organic whole‑grain durum wheat pasta that falls under the cereals and potatoes food group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and belongs to NOVA group 1, offering low fat, low saturated fat, low sugar and low salt while providing high fiber (8 g) and protein (14 g) per 100 g. However, it is relatively high in carbohydrates (62 g) and calories (338 kcal/100 g) and contains gluten, which may be unsuitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal338 kcal

Fat2 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates62 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average pasta values, this penne has markedly lower sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt, higher fiber and protein, and slightly lower energy and carbohydrate levels.

Ingredients

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Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal338 kcal

Fat2 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates62 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average pasta values, this penne has markedly lower sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt, higher fiber and protein, and slightly lower energy and carbohydrate levels.

Ingredients

Volkoren durumtarwegriesmeel*. * Van biologische oorsprong.

84%

35%

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