Fruit pastilles

Fruit pastilles

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Target diet: Gluten Free

Fruit pastilles · Gluten Free

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wheat, and 1 more.

  • wheat
  • Gluten (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

wheat

On the label

Sugarwheat glucose syrupmodified potato starchwatermodified tapioca starchconcentrated fruit juices2%)raspberry

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
381 kcal
Fat
1.2 g
Saturated fat
1.1 g
low
Carbohydrates
92.2 g
Sugars
52.7 g
high
Protein
0.5 g

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, high in sugars. 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 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Sugar, wheat glucose syrup, modified potato starch, water, modified tapioca starch, concentrated fruit juices (2%) (raspberry, blackcurrant, grapefruit, orange, lime, lemon), citric acid, flavourings, plant concentrates (spirulina, safflower), colours (vegetable carbon, capsanthin, anthocyanins, curcumin, plain caramel)

Detailed analysis: why is Fruit pastilles not gluten free?

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

  • wheat
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, wheat glucose syrup, modified potato starch, water, modified tapioca starch, concentrated fruit juices (2%) (raspberry, blackcurrant, grapefruit, orange, lime, lemon), citric acid, flavourings, plant concentrates (spirulina, safflower), colours (vegetable carbon, capsanthin, anthocyanins, curcumin, plain caramel). We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Fruit pastilles contains 381 calories per 100g, with 0.5g of protein, 1.2g of fat, and 92.2g of carbohydrates (52.7g 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 Fruit pastilles Gluten Free?

No, Fruit pastilles is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, Gluten (allergen data).

Does Fruit pastilles contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, wheat glucose syrup, modified potato starch, water, modified tapioca starch, concentrated fruit juices (2%) (raspberry, blackcurrant, grapefrui...

What are the nutritional facts of Fruit pastilles?

Fruit pastilles contains 381 calories per 100g, with 0.5g of protein, 92.2g of carbohydrates, and 1.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Fruit pastilles?

Fruit pastilles lists 52.7 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).

Is Fruit pastilles ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Fruit pastilles is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Fruit pastilles on a Gluten Free diet?

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