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rum.
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rum
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What we checked
This product on every diet
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high 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)
Zucker, Glukosesirup, Weizenm fever, Salz, Emulgator (Sojalecithin), Backtriebmittel (E500), Aroma. (Kann enthalten: Nüsse, andere glutenhaltige Sirop farine de blé, matière grasse de palme, lait écrémé en poudre, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, perméat de lactosérum arocontenir: fruits à coque, autres céréales contenant du gluten). MTGB Milk chocolate (35%) covered caramel (32%) am coco e permeate (milk), milk fat, fat-reduced cocoa powder, salt, emusalecithin), raising agent (E500), flavouring. (May contain: nuts, other cerea gluten). [Krokante biscuit (26%) en karamel (32%) in melk 35%) Ingrediënten: suiker, glucosestroop, tarwemeel, palmvet, magere poeder, cacaoboter, cacaomassa, weipermeaat (melk), botervet melk cacao poeder, zout, emulgator (sojalecithine), rijsmiddel (E500) aromaatten noten, andere gluten bevattende granen). Afschokolade enthält neben Kakaobutter auch andere pflanzliche, ICH Le chocolat au lait contient des matières grasses Scan me PONSIBLY RESPO COURCED 100% 100% verifizien die der in dies Vérifié comme équivalent au 100% verified COCOA used in this pr 100% geverifie repetales ens du beurre de cacao. MTB Milk chocolate contains vegetable fats in addition Cocoa butter Melkchocolade bevat naast cacaoboter ook andere plantaardine vetter het gebruikte
Detailed analysis: why is Twix 5x2 not halal?
Our analysis indicates that Twix 5x2 is likely not suitable for a halal diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- rum
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Zucker, Glukosesirup, Weizenm fever, Salz, Emulgator (Sojalecithin), Backtriebmittel (E500), Aroma. (Kann enthalten: Nüsse, andere glutenhaltige Sirop farine de blé, matière grasse de palme, lait écrémé en poudre, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, perméat de lactosérum arocontenir: fruits à coque, autres céréales contenant du gluten). MTGB Milk chocolate (35%) covered caramel (32%) am coco e permeate (milk), milk fat, fat-reduced cocoa powder, salt, emusalecithin), raising agent (E500), flavouring. (May contain: nuts, other cerea gluten). [Krokante biscuit (26%) en karamel (32%) in melk 35%) Ingrediënten: suiker, glucosestroop, tarwemeel, palmvet, magere poeder, cacaoboter, cacaomassa, weipermeaat (melk), botervet melk cacao poeder, zout, emulgator (sojalecithine), rijsmiddel (E500) aromaatten noten, andere gluten bevattende granen). Afschokolade enthält neben Kakaobutter auch andere pflanzliche, ICH Le chocolat au lait contient des matières grasses Scan me PONSIBLY RESPO COURCED 100% 100% verifizien die der in dies Vérifié comme équivalent au 100% verified COCOA used in this pr 100% geverifie repetales ens du beurre de cacao. MTB Milk chocolate contains vegetable fats in addition Cocoa butter Melkchocolade bevat naast cacaoboter ook andere plantaardine vetter het gebruikte. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Twix 5x2 contains 493 calories per 100g, with 4.6g of protein, 24g of fat, and 65g of carbohydrates (48g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a halal diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer halal-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 Twix 5x2 Halal?
No, Twix 5x2 is generally not Halal because it contains rum.
Does Twix 5x2 contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Zucker, Glukosesirup, Weizenm fever, Salz, Emulgator (Sojalecithin), Backtriebmittel (E500), Aroma. (Kann enthalten: Nüsse, andere glutenhaltige Sirop...
What are the nutritional facts of Twix 5x2?
Twix 5x2 contains 493 calories per 100g, with 4.6g of protein, 65g of carbohydrates, and 24g of fat.
How much sugar is in Twix 5x2?
Twix 5x2 lists 48 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 Twix 5x2 ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Twix 5x2 is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Twix 5x2 on a Halal diet?
No, Twix 5x2 is not recommended for a Halal diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Halal-certified alternatives.