Meiko Bioburgergurken

The barcode 4003691080142 is associated with "Meiko Bio-Burger-Gurken" (Meiko Bio Burger Pickles), a product from Meiko GmbH, a German manufacturer specializing in fermented vegetables, including pickles and sauerkraut. Here’s a detailed breakdown:

Product Overview

• Category: Fermented vegetables (specifically pickled gherkins or "Burger-Gurken," a German term for small pickled cucumbers often served with burgers).
• Type: Bio (organic) – The product is certified organic (EU Organic or German Bio-Siegel), meaning it adheres to strict organic farming standards (no synthetic pesticides, GMOs, or artificial additives).
• Packaging: Typically sold in glass jars (common for fermented foods to preserve freshness and microbial cultures).
• Preservation Method: Naturally fermented (lactic acid fermentation), which enhances gut health by introducing probiotics.

Key Features & Composition

While exact ingredients may vary slightly by batch or region, Meiko Bio-Burger-Gurken generally contains:

• Main Ingredient: Small cucumbers (organic).
• Fermentation Process: Saltwater brine with wild or starter cultures (no added preservatives like sulfites).
• Common Additives:
  • Salt (for fermentation and preservation).
  • Spices (e.g., dill, garlic, peppercorns) – often organic.
  • Vinegar or citric acid (sometimes added for tanginess, though traditional fermented pickles rely on natural acidity).
  • Water (filtered or mineral).
• No Artificial Colors, Flavors, or Stabilizers: Expected in organic-certified products.
• Probiotic Content: Fermented pickles are a source of live cultures (e.g., Lactobacillus), beneficial for digestion. However, the exact CFU (colony-forming units) per serving isn’t typically labeled.

Nutritional Highlights (Per 100g, Approximate)

(Note: Exact values may vary; check the label for precise data.)

• Calories: ~15–20 kcal.
• Carbohydrates: ~2–3 g (mostly from natural sugars and fermentation byproducts).
• Protein: ~0.5 g.
• Fat: ~0 g.
• Fiber: ~0.5 g.
• Sodium: ~1,000–1,500 mg (due to fermentation brine; high salt content is a concern for some consumers).
• Vitamins/Minerals:
  • Vitamin K (from fermentation).
  • Potassium, magnesium (from cucumbers).
  • Vitamin C (if added, though fermentation reduces some vitamin C).