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Plant Chef 8 Meat-free smoky rashers - Tesco - 150g

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Plant Chef 8 Meat-free smoky rashers - Tesco - 150g

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Barcode:
5059697729843(EAN / EAN-13)

Common name: Smoke flavoured, seasoned soya and wheat protein slices

Quantity: 150g

Brands: Tesco

Categories: Plant-based foods and beverages, Plant-based foods, Meat alternatives, Meat analogues, Bacon substitutes

Labels, certifications, awards: Vegetarian, Vegan, New

Stores: Tesco

Countries where sold: United Kingdom

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Health

Nutrition

Nutri-Score C
Average nutritional quality
⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 0
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  Better score for whole products rich in fiber
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  → Discover all the improvements of the new Nutri-Score
- What is the Nutri-Score?
  
  The Nutri-Score is a logo on the overall nutritional quality of products.
  
  The score from A to E is calculated based on nutrients and foods to favor (proteins, fiber, fruits, vegetables and legumes ...) and nutrients to limit (calories, saturated fat, sugars, salt). The score is calculated from the data of the nutrition facts table and the composition data (fruits, vegetables and legumes).
  
  → Learn more about the Nutri-Score
Negative points: 15/55
- Energy
  2/10 points (922kJ)
  
  Energy intakes above energy requirements are associated with increased risks of weight gain, overweight, obesity, and consequently risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
- Sugar
  0/15 points (2.7g)
  
  A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
- Saturated fat
  1/10 points (1.5g)
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
- Salt
  12/20 points (2.55g)
  
  A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Positive points: 5/10
- Fiber
  5/5 points (7.6g)
  
  Consuming foods rich in fiber (especially whole grain foods) reduces the risks of aerodigestive cancers, cardiovascular diseases, obesity and diabetes.
- Fruits, vegetables and legumes
  0/5 points (0.1%)
  
  Consuming foods rich in fruits, vegetables and legumes reduces the risks of aerodigestive cancers, cardiovascular diseases, obesity and diabetes.
- Details of the calculation of the Nutri-Score
  
  ⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 0
  
  This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.
  
  Points for proteins are not counted because the negative points greater than or equal to 11.
  
  Nutritional score: 10 (15 - 5)
  
  Nutri-Score: C

Nutrient levels
- Fat in moderate quantity (11.9%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Saturated fat in moderate quantity (1.5%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Sugars in low quantity (2.7%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of sugar and sugary drinks
  
  Sugary drinks (such as sodas, fruit beverages, and fruit juices and nectars) should be limited as much as possible (no more than 1 glass a day).
  
  Choose products with lower sugar content and reduce the consumption of products with added sugars.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
- Salt in high quantity (2.55%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
  
  Many people who have high blood pressure do not know it, as there are often no symptoms.
  
  Most people consume too much salt (on average 9 to 12 grams per day), around twice the recommended maximum level of intake.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of salt and salted food
  
  Reduce the quantity of salt used when cooking, and don't salt again at the table.
  
  Limit the consumption of salty snacks and choose products with lower salt content.
  
  Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Fact sheet - Salt reduction
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Salt: the facts

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts	As sold for 100 g / 100 ml	As sold per serving (28g)	Compared to: Bacon substitutes
Energy	922 kj (221 kcal)	258 kj (61 kcal)	+28%
Fat	11.9 g	3.33 g	+47%
Saturated fat	1.5 g	0.42 g	+57%
Carbohydrates	6.5 g	1.82 g	+5%
Sugars	2.7 g	0.756 g	+135%
Fiber	7.6 g	2.13 g	+37%
Proteins	18.3 g	5.12 g	+20%
Salt	2.55 g	0.714 g	+15%
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin)	1.2 µg	0.336 µg
Iron	5.8 mg	1.62 mg
Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis)	0.094 %	0.094 %

Serving size: 28g

Ingredients

25 ingredients

Water, Reconstituted Soya Protein 22%, Reconstituted Wheat Gluten 10%, Corn Oil, Wheat Gluten, Gelling Agents (Carrageenan, Methyl Cellulose), Flavourings, Soya Protein, Dextrose, Thickener (Guar Gum), Salt, Smoked Glucose Syrup Powder, Fruit and Vegetable Concentrates (Radish, Blackcurrant, Apple), Soya Bean Oil, Tapioca Starch, Bamboo Fibre, Citric Acid, Iron, Vitamin B12.

Allergens: Apple, Gluten, Soybeans

Traces: Nuts, Peanuts

Food processing

Ultra-processed foods
11 ultra-processing markers
- Limit ultra-processed foods
  Limiting ultra-processed foods reduces the risk of noncommunicable chronic diseases
  
  Several studies have found that a lower consumption of ultra-processed foods is associated with a reduced risk of noncommunicable chronic diseases, such as obesity, hypertension and diabetes.
  Source: Ultra-processed foods increase noncommunicable chronic disease risk
Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

Additive: E407 - Carrageenan

Additive: E412 - Guar gum

Additive: E461 - Methyl cellulose

Ingredient: Dextrose

Ingredient: Flavouring

Ingredient: Gelling agent

Ingredient: Glucose

Ingredient: Glucose syrup

Ingredient: Gluten

Ingredient: Thickener

Ingredient: Vegetable fiber
Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:

Unprocessed or minimally processed foods

Processed culinary ingredients

Processed foods

Ultra-processed foods

The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.

→ Learn more about the NOVA classification

Additives

E330 - Citric acid

Citric acid is a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

It is widely used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative due to its tart and refreshing taste.

Citric acid is safe for consumption when used in moderation and is considered a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive by regulatory agencies worldwide.

E407 - Carrageenan

Carrageenan (E407), derived from red seaweed, is widely employed in the food industry as a gelling, thickening, and stabilizing agent, notably in dairy and meat products.

It can exist in various forms, each imparting distinct textural properties to food.

However, its degraded form, often referred to as poligeenan, has raised health concerns due to its potential inflammatory effects and its classification as a possible human carcinogen (Group 2B) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

Nevertheless, food-grade carrageenan has been deemed safe by various regulatory bodies when consumed in amounts typically found in food.

E412 - Guar gum

Guar gum (E412) is a natural food additive derived from guar beans.

This white, odorless powder is valued for its remarkable thickening and stabilizing properties, making it a common ingredient in various food products, including sauces, dressings, and ice creams.

When used in moderation, guar gum is considered safe for consumption, with no known adverse health effects.

E461 - Methyl cellulose

Methyl cellulose: Methyl cellulose -or methylcellulose- is a chemical compound derived from cellulose. It is a hydrophilic white powder in pure form and dissolves in cold -but not in hot- water, forming a clear viscous solution or gel. It is sold under a variety of trade names and is used as a thickener and emulsifier in various food and cosmetic products, and also as a treatment of constipation. Like cellulose, it is not digestible, not toxic, and not an allergen.
Source: Wikipedia

Ingredients analysis

Palm oil free

No ingredients containing palm oil detected

Vegan
No non-vegan ingredients

Unrecognized ingredients: Iron, Vitamin b12

Vegetarian
No non-vegetarian ingredients detected

Unrecognized ingredients: Iron, Vitamin b12

The analysis is based solely on the ingredients listed and does not take into account processing methods.

Details of the analysis of the ingredients
en: Water, _Soya_ Protein 22%, Wheat Gluten 10%, Corn Oil, _Wheat_ Gluten, Gelling Agents (Carrageenan, Methyl Cellulose), Flavourings, _Soya_ Protein, Dextrose, Thickener (Guar Gum), Salt, Glucose Syrup, Fruit and Vegetable Concentrates (Radish, Blackcurrant, Apple), _Soya_ Bean Oil, Tapioca Starch, Bamboo Fibre, Citric Acid, Iron, Vitamin B12
Water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066 - percent_min: 22 - percent_max: 68

_Soya_ Protein -> en:soy-protein - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 20591 - percent_min: 22 - percent: 22 - percent_max: 22

Wheat Gluten -> en:wheat-gluten - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 10 - percent: 10 - percent_max: 10

Corn Oil -> en:corn-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - ciqual_food_code: 17190 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 10

_Wheat_ Gluten -> en:wheat-gluten - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 10

Gelling Agents -> en:gelling-agent - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 10

Carrageenan -> en:e407 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 10

Methyl Cellulose -> en:e461 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

Flavourings -> en:flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

_Soya_ Protein -> en:soy-protein - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 20591 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

Dextrose -> en:dextrose - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

Thickener -> en:thickener - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

Guar Gum -> en:e412 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

Salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Glucose Syrup -> en:glucose-syrup - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Fruit and Vegetable Concentrates -> en:fruit-and-vegetable-concentrates - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Radish -> en:radish - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 20045 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Blackcurrant -> en:blackcurrant - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 13007 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.275

Apple -> en:apple - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 13050 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.85

_Soya_ Bean Oil -> en:soya-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - ciqual_food_code: 17420 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Tapioca Starch -> en:tapioca - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9510 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Bamboo Fibre -> en:bamboo-fibre - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Citric Acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Iron -> en:iron - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

Vitamin B12 -> en:vitamin-b12 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.55

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Product added on January 21, 2023, 8:11:09 PM CET by kiliweb
Last edit of product page on February 20, 2023, 1:42:12 PM CET by alia.
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Plant Chef 8 Meat-free smoky rashers - Tesco - 150g

Plant Chef 8 Meat-free smoky rashers - Tesco - 150g

Matching with your preferences

Health

Nutrition

Nutri-Score C

Discover the new Nutri-Score!

What is the Nutri-Score?

Negative points: 15/55

Energy

Sugar

Saturated fat

Salt

Positive points: 5/10

Fiber

Fruits, vegetables and legumes

Details of the calculation of the Nutri-Score

Nutrient levels

Fat in moderate quantity (11.9%)

Saturated fat in moderate quantity (1.5%)

Sugars in low quantity (2.7%)

Salt in high quantity (2.55%)

Nutrition facts

Ingredients

25 ingredients

Food processing

Ultra-processed foods

Limit ultra-processed foods

Additives

E330 - Citric acid

E407 - Carrageenan

E412 - Guar gum

E461 - Methyl cellulose

Ingredients analysis

Palm oil free

Vegan

Vegetarian

Details of the analysis of the ingredients

Environment

Green-Score not computed

Packaging

Packaging with a low impact

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