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

A NOVA 4 rating means the product is made mostly from industrial ingredients and includes additives that mimic or enhance food qualities. Masala Oats contains several such additives: the natural colour E100 (turmeric), acidity regulator E330 (citric acid), anticaking agent E551 (silicon dioxide), flavour enhancers E627 (disodium guanylate) and E631 (disodium inosinate), plus refined rice bran oil, maltodextrin and flavouring blends.

How does the high salt content in Masala Oats affect people with hypertension or heart‑related conditions?

Each 100 g of Masala Oats provides about 6 g of salt, which exceeds the World Health Organization’s recommendation of less than 5 g of salt per day for adults. Consuming such a level can increase sodium intake, potentially raising blood pressure and stressing the cardiovascular system, so individuals with hypertension or heart disease should limit or avoid this product.

Is Masala Oats suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

No. The product contains milk solids, making it non‑vegan, and oats can carry trace gluten unless certified gluten‑free, so it may not meet strict gluten‑free standards. With 71.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is far too high in carbs for a keto diet.

Saffola • 500 g

Masala Oats

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Masala Oats is a flavored oat cereal that belongs to the Cereals and potatoes group and is sold in a 500 g package. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), offering notable positives such as 12.9 g of fiber and 9.9 g of protein per 100 g, but also drawbacks including 6 g of salt, 5.7 g of sugars and several additives (E100, E330, E551, E627, E631) along with milk solids that make it non‑vegan. Overall the product provides a high‑fiber, protein‑rich snack, yet the elevated salt level and additive list limit its suitability for low‑sodium or clean‑label diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal340 kcal

Fat7.2 g

Saturated Fat1.3 g

Carbohydrates71.8 g

Sugars5.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average oat‑based product, Masala Oats contains less sugar (5.7 g vs 9 g) and similar fat, but its salt (6 g) is more than double the typical 2.96 g, while delivering almost twice the fiber (12.9 g vs 5.05 g) and comparable protein.

Ingredients

Rolled Oats (69.3%), Maltodextrin, Salt, Dried Vegetables (Carrot (1.5%), Green Peas (1%), French Beans (0.7%), Onion Powder and Sugar, Refined Rice Bran oil, Desiccated Coconut Powder (2.1%), Spices & Condiments (1.6%) (Chilly, Turmeric, Ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Curry Leaves, Garlic), Milk Solids, Tomate Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein, Yeast Extract, Anticaking Agent (INS 551), Acidity Regulator (INS 330), Flavour Enhancers (INS 627, INS 631). CONTAINS PERMITTED NATURAL COLOUR (INS 100) AND ADDED FLAVOURS - NATURAL AND NATURE IDENTICAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES.

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