Digestives biscuits

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Target diet: Gluten Free

Digestives biscuits · Gluten Free

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wheat, and 3 more.

  • wheat
  • wheat flour
  • whole wheat
  • Gluten (allergen data)

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What we checked

Gluten grains (wheat, barley, rye)wheat, wheat flour, whole wheat
Allergen data (gluten)Gluten listed

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Calories
471
kcal
Protein
5.9g
Carbs
64.7g
Fat
23.5g

Ingredients (original text)

Wheat flour, milk chocolate flavored coating [sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, whey, butteroil, vegetable oil (contains one or more of the following: shea, illipe, sal, palm, mango kernel, kokum), soy lecithin, polyglycerol polyricinoleate, natural flavor], palm oil, whole wheat flour, sugar, glucose syrup, malic acid, tartaric acid, leavening (sodium bicarbonate and ammonium bicarbonate), salt, calcium carbonate, reduced iron, nicotinamide, thiamine hydrochloride.

Detailed analysis: why is Digestives biscuits not gluten free?

Our analysis indicates that Digestives biscuits is likely not suitable for a gluten free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • wheat
  • wheat flour
  • whole wheat
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Wheat flour, milk chocolate flavored coating [sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, whey, butteroil, vegetable oil (contains one or more of the following: shea, illipe, sal, palm, mango kernel, kokum), soy lecithin, polyglycerol polyricinoleate, natural flavor], palm oil, whole wheat flour, sugar, glucose syrup, malic acid, tartaric acid, leavening (sodium bicarbonate and ammonium bicarbonate), salt, calcium carbonate, reduced iron, nicotinamide, thiamine hydrochloride.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Digestives biscuits contains 471 calories per 100g, with 5.9g of protein, 23.5g of fat, and 64.7g of carbohydrates (29.4g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a gluten free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer gluten free-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 Digestives biscuits Gluten Free?

No, Digestives biscuits is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, wheat flour, whole wheat and others.

Does Digestives biscuits contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Wheat flour, milk chocolate flavored coating [sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, whey, butteroil, vegetable oil (contains one or more of the f...

What are the nutritional facts of Digestives biscuits?

Digestives biscuits contains 471 calories per 100g, with 5.9g of protein, 64.7g of carbohydrates, and 23.5g of fat.

Can I eat Digestives biscuits on a Gluten Free diet?

No, Digestives biscuits is not recommended for a Gluten Free diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Gluten Free-certified alternatives.