Zimmermann Bio Lentil Stew with Sausage Slices product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Zimmermann Bio Lentil Stew with Sausage Slices Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Zimmermann

Zimmermann Bio Lentil Stew with Sausage Slices is one of the ready meal products analyzed by Zerotox for Zimmermann. The product scores 45/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Glucose Syrup, Sugar, Sodium Nitrite affect the overall evaluation.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and glucose syrup, raising concerns about synthetic additives and high sugar content. The presence of multiple processed ingredients indicates a lower quality assessment.

Main concern

Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Contains lentils (20%), a good source of plant-based protein and fiber.
  • Includes vegetables like carrots and potatoes, contributing to overall nutrition.

Concerns

  • Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns.
  • Glucose syrup and added sugars indicate high processing and potential health risks.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this ready meal.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 3812877

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Similar products: ready_meal in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains lentils (20%), a good source of plant-based protein and fiber.; Includes vegetables like carrots and potatoes, contributing to overall nutrition.. See the Pros section above.
Zimmermann — Zimmermann Bio Lentil Stew with Sausage Slices has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Zimmermann products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Main concerns for this product: Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns.; Glucose syrup and added sugars indicate high processing and potential health risks.. See the full list above.
The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and glucose syrup, raising concerns about synthetic additives and high sugar content. The presence of multiple processed ingredients indicates a lower quality assessment. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zimmermann — Zimmermann Bio Lentil Stew with Sausage Slices has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns.; Glucose syrup and added sugars indicate high processing and potential health risks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, lentils, carrots. See the Ingredients section above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product scores 45 / 100 mainly because of: Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns.; Glucose syrup and added sugars indicate high processing and potential health risks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zimmermann — Zimmermann Bio Lentil Stew with Sausage Slices has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among ready meal products. See the full breakdown above.

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