Why is Rama with Sea Salt classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The spread combines multiple refined oils, butter, water and a range of food‑grade chemicals; this multi‑ingredient, industrial formulation places it in NOVA 4. Its additives are lecithin (E322) as an emulsifier, lactic acid (E270) for acidity, potassium sorbate (E202) as a preservative, and carotene (E160a) for colour.

How does the high saturated fat and salt content in this spread affect people with heart disease or high blood pressure?

The 31 g of saturated fat per 100 g can raise LDL cholesterol, while 1 g of salt contributes to elevated blood pressure; together they may increase cardiovascular risk for individuals managing heart disease or hypertension, so such consumers should limit portion size or choose lower‑fat, lower‑salt alternatives.

Is the dairy content in Rama with Sea Salt a concern for people with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes; the product contains butter, buttermilk and a milk‑derived natural flavor, all of which trigger milk‑protein allergy reactions and may cause symptoms for lactose‑intolerant individuals, making it unsuitable for those avoiding dairy.

Rama • 225g

Rama mit Meersalz

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Rama with Sea Salt is a spread classified in the “Fat and sauces” and “Fats” PNNS groups, containing 70 g of fat (including 31 g saturated fat) and 1 g of salt per 100 g. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its high fat, low sugar profile but also its ultra‑processed nature with additives such as lecithin (E322), lactic acid (E270), potassium sorbate (E202) and carotene (E160a). The formula includes dairy ingredients – butter, buttermilk and a milk‑based flavor – which are allergens, and the modest sea‑salt level makes it unsuitable for low‑salt diets despite its spreadable texture.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal622 kcal

Fat70 g

Saturated Fat31 g

Carbohydrates0.6 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average spread (fat ≈ 77 g, saturated fat ≈ 22 g, salt ≈ 0.4 g, sugars ≈ 3.6 g per 100 g), Rama with Sea Salt has slightly less total fat but considerably more saturated fat and salt while containing far less sugar and a comparable energy level.

Ingredients

pflanzliche Fette und Öle (Palm, 23% Raps), Trinkwasser, 10% BUTTER, BUTTERMILCH, Meersalz (1%), Emulgator (Lecithine), natürliches Aroma (mit MILCH), Säuerungsmittel (Milchsäure), Konservierungsstoff (Kaliumsorbat), Farbstoff (Carotin).

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Rama

225g