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"natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh)
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is low 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)
Dextrose, sugar, malic acid, and less than 2% of corn syrup, natural flavors, carnauba wax, color added, blue 1 lake, blue 2 lake, red 40 lake.
Why can't we give a definite answer for Nerds candy?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Nerds candy fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh)
Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nerds candy Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Nerds candy contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Dextrose, sugar, malic acid, and less than 2% of corn syrup, natural flavors, carnauba wax, color added, blue 1 lake, blue 2 lake, red 40 lake.
What are the nutritional facts of Nerds candy?
Nerds candy contains 385 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 92g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat.
How much sugar is in Nerds candy?
Nerds candy lists 92 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 Nerds candy ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Nerds candy is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Nerds candy on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Nerds candy fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.