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

The NOVA 4 rating reflects that the spread is made from refined vegetable oils, palm‑derived fats, emulsifiers, a preservative (potassium sorbate), citric acid, natural flavors, colorants (carotenes) and added vitamins, all of which are industrial ingredients that undergo multiple processing steps.

How does the sugar and fat content in Original affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 8 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread can raise blood glucose levels and should be limited for diabetics, while its 50 g of fat provides high energy but may contribute to weight gain; the moderate salt (1.4 g) is lower than average, yet the overall composition makes it a less suitable choice for strict low‑sugar or low‑fat dietary regimens.

Is the whey powder in Original a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the inclusion of whey powder introduces milk protein, which can trigger reactions in individuals allergic to dairy and may cause symptoms for those with lactose intolerance, so the product should be avoided by anyone sensitive to milk allergens.

Planta

Original

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

This product is a plant‑based salted spread classified as a “salty snack” in the PNNS system. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature and the presence of several additives such as emulsifiers, a potassium sorbate preservative and a small amount of whey‑protein powder. Nutritionally it is very high in fat (50 g per 100 g) and sugar (8 g), moderate in salt (1.4 g), low in fiber and protein, and contains milk and soy allergens, making it unsuitable for vegans or those avoiding dairy or soy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal443 kcal

Fat50 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates25 g

Sugars8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based spread, this spread contains more than double the fat (50 g vs 19 g) and sugar (8 g vs 2.6 g), slightly less saturated fat and salt, and nearly twice the calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

óleos vegetais (girassol (25%), linhaça, soja e colza em proporções variáveis), matérias gordas vegetais (gordura de palmiste** e estearina de palma**, em proporções variáveis), água, sal (1,4%), emulsionantes (lecitina, mono e diglicéridos de ácidos gordos), soro de LEITE em pó, conservante (sorbato de potássio), regulador de acidez (ácido cítrico), aromas naturais, corante (carotenos), vitamina E, vitamina A e vitamina D.

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