Tropical Skittles

Tropical Skittles

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Target diet: Keto

Tropical Skittles · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (89.5g/100g).

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

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On the label

SUGARGLUCOSE SYRUPPALM OILACIDITY REGULATORSCITRIC ACIDMALIC ACIDTRITODIUM CITRATETHICKENERS

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)89.5 g
Sugars (per 100g)73.7 g
Fat (per 100g)4.2 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
400 kcal
Fat
4.2 g
Saturated fat
2.4 g
Carbohydrates
89.5 g
Sugars
73.7 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is 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)

SUGAR, GLUCOSE SYRUP, NON HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE FAT (PALM OIL), ACIDITY REGULATORS (CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, TRITODIUM CITRATE), THICKENERS (DEXTRIN, MALTODEXT:UN), NATURAL, NATURE IDENTICAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURS (WATERMELON, ORANGE, PINEAPPLE, TROPICAL AND PASSION FRUIT), MODIFIED STARCH, COLOURS (ANTHOCYANINS (E163), BEETROOT RED (E162), CALCIUM CARBONATE (E170(1), INDIGO CARMINE (E132), BETA-CAROTENE (E160a(i)), CURCUMIN (E100), BRILLIANT BLUE FCF (E133)), GLAZING AGENT (CARNAUBA WAX), CONCENTRATES (SWEET POTATO, RADISH). FOOD ADDITIVES ARE OF FOOD GRADE, NOT SUITABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ALLERGIES AND/OR INTOLERANCE TO FOOD ADDITIVES

Detailed analysis: why is Tropical Skittles not keto?

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

  • Too high in carbs (89.5g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: SUGAR, GLUCOSE SYRUP, NON HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE FAT (PALM OIL), ACIDITY REGULATORS (CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, TRITODIUM CITRATE), THICKENERS (DEXTRIN, MALTODEXT:UN), NATURAL, NATURE IDENTICAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURS (WATERMELON, ORANGE, PINEAPPLE, TROPICAL AND PASSION FRUIT), MODIFIED STARCH, COLOURS (ANTHOCYANINS (E163), BEETROOT RED (E162), CALCIUM CARBONATE (E170(1), INDIGO CARMINE (E132), BETA-CAROTENE (E160a(i)), CURCUMIN (E100), BRILLIANT BLUE FCF (E133)), GLAZING AGENT (CARNAUBA WAX), CONCENTRATES (SWEET POTATO, RADISH). FOOD ADDITIVES ARE OF FOOD GRADE, NOT SUITABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ALLERGIES AND/OR INTOLERANCE TO FOOD ADDITIVES. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Tropical Skittles contains 400 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 4.2g of fat, and 89.5g of carbohydrates (73.7g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.

What should you do?

If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-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 Tropical Skittles Keto?

No, Tropical Skittles is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (89.5g/100g).

Does Tropical Skittles contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: SUGAR, GLUCOSE SYRUP, NON HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE FAT (PALM OIL), ACIDITY REGULATORS (CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, TRITODIUM CITRATE), THICKENERS (DEXTRIN,...

What are the nutritional facts of Tropical Skittles?

Tropical Skittles contains 400 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 89.5g of carbohydrates, and 4.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Tropical Skittles?

Tropical Skittles lists 73.7 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 Tropical Skittles ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Tropical Skittles on a Keto diet?

No, Tropical Skittles is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.