Pasta is present in almost all French homes. Please note that they are among the most consumed foods on a daily basis. With an annual average of 7 kg per person, they are clearly establishing themselves as a pillar of our diet. On the other hand, they must be chosen carefully according to 60 Million consumers.
Foods to avoid according to 60 million consumers
If pasta continues to attract unanimous approval, it is essential to choose it carefully. And for good reason, not all references available in supermarkets are equal. This is particularly the case in terms of health.
In a recent study, 60 Million consumers has also analyzed numerous brands of industrial pastes. And the least we can say is that there are several references that must be avoided at all costs.
Among the most problematic references identified, three types of gnocchi signed Lustucru stand out negatively. Indeed, the study did not hesitate to criticize these products for several reasons. This is particularly the case regarding their composition and their quality-price ratio.
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According to experts, the recipe for mozzarella-tomato gnocchi has too long a list of additives and a high price. In addition, it is a product that does not justify its satisfactory nutritional value either. But that's not all.
60 Million consumers also reveals that you have to be careful with the mozzarella-pesto gnocchi, offered at 13.04 euros per kilo. And for good reason, these gnocchi disappoint for similar reasons.
Experts also regret: “The recipe would be too different from the homemade one and the ingredients too numerous”. In addition, you should also avoid pan-fried cheddar-bacon gnocchi.
Experts judge these products
These gnocchi contain 3.2 g of saturated fatty acids per 100 g, a level considered too high by nutritionists. This amount of saturated fat makes this reference a product to consume in moderation.
Please note that other brands are not spared from the analysis of 60 Million consumers. This is for example the case of Bonini gnocchi. They have a low content of saturated fatty acids, but their composition remains disappointing.
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Likewise, frozen gorgonzola and spinach gnocchi from Monoprix have a high sugar level (8.2 g per 100 g). This last detail is particularly worrying. And for good reason, excessive consumption of sugar can lead to chronic diseases such as diabetes.
One of the main problems raised by 60 Million consumers is the presence of “extending” ingredients. These endless lists often consist of additives, flavor enhancers but also added sugars.
These ingredients make these products unwise choices for your health. 60 Million consumers also recalled: “With extended ingredients, there is no need to explain to you that this pasta is potentially harmful to your health”.
One thing is certain, you must be very careful to make the right choice regarding the foods you consume on a daily basis.
Source: 60 Million Consumers
