Original sausage

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Target diet: Vegan

Original sausage · Vegan

No, skip it.

beef, and 1 more.

  • beef
  • pork

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

beef

On the label

Pork and beefsea saltsugarspiceslactic acid starter culturecherry powdercelery powder

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsbeef, pork
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
304 kcal
Fat
26.8 g
Saturated fat
10.7 g
high
Carbohydrates
1.8 g
Sugars
1.8 g
low
Fibre
0 g
Protein
16.1 g
Salt
2.8 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 3, processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Pork and beef, sea salt, contains 2% or less of: mustard, sugar, spices, lactic acid starter culture, cherry powder, celery powder.

Detailed analysis: why is Original sausage not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Original sausage is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • beef
  • pork

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Pork and beef, sea salt, contains 2% or less of: mustard, sugar, spices, lactic acid starter culture, cherry powder, celery powder.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Original sausage contains 304 calories per 100g, with 16.1g of protein, 26.8g of fat, and 1.8g of carbohydrates (1.8g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Original sausage Vegan?

No, Original sausage is generally not Vegan because it contains beef, pork.

Does Original sausage contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Pork and beef, sea salt, contains 2% or less of: mustard, sugar, spices, lactic acid starter culture, cherry powder, celery powder.

What are the nutritional facts of Original sausage?

Original sausage contains 304 calories per 100g, with 16.1g of protein, 1.8g of carbohydrates, and 26.8g of fat.

How much sugar is in Original sausage?

Original sausage lists 1.8 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Original sausage ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Original sausage is in group 3 (processed foods), not in the ultra-processed group.

Can I eat Original sausage on a Vegan diet?

No, Original sausage is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.