Starbar

Starbar

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Target diet: Gluten Free

Starbar · Gluten Free

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wheat, and 6 more.

  • wheat
  • barley
  • malt
  • wheat flour
  • malt extract
  • barley malt

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

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Deciding ingredient

wheat

On the label

milkpeanutsglucose syrupsugarvegetable fatspalmsheawhey powder

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
508 kcal
Fat
28.6 g
Saturated fat
6.1 g
high
Carbohydrates
53 g
Sugars
44.9 g
high
Protein
10.2 g
Salt
0.2 g
low

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

Ingredients (original text)

milk, peanuts, glucose syrup, sugar, vegetable fats (palm, shea), whey powder (from milk), cocoa butter, cocoa mass, skimmed milk powder, humectant (glycerol), rice flour, wheat flour (with added calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), emulsifiers (e442, e471, sunflower lecithin), salt, flavourings, sodium hydrogen carbonate, barley malt syrup, barley malt extract. milk chocolate: milk solids 14 % minimum. contains vegetable fats in addition to cocoa butter.

Detailed analysis: why is Starbar not gluten free?

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

  • wheat
  • barley
  • malt
  • wheat flour
  • malt extract
  • barley malt
  • Gluten (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: milk, peanuts, glucose syrup, sugar, vegetable fats (palm, shea), whey powder (from milk), cocoa butter, cocoa mass, skimmed milk powder, humectant (glycerol), rice flour, wheat flour (with added calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), emulsifiers (e442, e471, sunflower lecithin), salt, flavourings, sodium hydrogen carbonate, barley malt syrup, barley malt extract. milk chocolate: milk solids 14 % minimum. contains vegetable fats in addition to cocoa butter.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Starbar contains 508 calories per 100g, with 10.2g of protein, 28.6g of fat, and 53g of carbohydrates (44.9g 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 Starbar Gluten Free?

No, Starbar is generally not Gluten Free because it contains wheat, barley, malt and others.

Does Starbar contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: milk, peanuts, glucose syrup, sugar, vegetable fats (palm, shea), whey powder (from milk), cocoa butter, cocoa mass, skimmed milk powder, humectant (g...

What are the nutritional facts of Starbar?

Starbar contains 508 calories per 100g, with 10.2g of protein, 53g of carbohydrates, and 28.6g of fat.

How much sugar is in Starbar?

Starbar lists 44.9 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 Starbar ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Starbar on a Gluten Free diet?

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