BUTTERY SPREAD

BUTTERY SPREAD

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

BUTTERY SPREAD · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.

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Deciding ingredient

Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis

On the label

VEGETABLE OIL BLENDCANOLAPALMAND OLIVE OILSWATERPEA PROTEINSUNFLOWER LECITHINVITAMIN A PALMITATE

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientsPalm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
571 kcal
Fat
64.3 g
Saturated fat
17.9 g
high
Carbohydrates
0 g
Protein
0 g
Salt
1.6 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high 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)

VEGETABLE OIL BLEND (CANOLA, PALM, AND OLIVE OILS), WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, PEA PROTEIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, BETA-CAROTENE (COLOR), VITAMIN D, MONOGLYCERIDES OF VEGETABLE FATTY ACIDS (EMULSIFIER); AND POTASSIUM SORBATE, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FRESHNESS).

Detailed analysis: why is BUTTERY SPREAD not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that BUTTERY SPREAD is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: VEGETABLE OIL BLEND (CANOLA, PALM, AND OLIVE OILS), WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, PEA PROTEIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, BETA-CAROTENE (COLOR), VITAMIN D, MONOGLYCERIDES OF VEGETABLE FATTY ACIDS (EMULSIFIER); AND POTASSIUM SORBATE, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FRESHNESS).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

BUTTERY SPREAD contains 571 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 64.3g of fat, and 0g of carbohydrates.

What should you do?

If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-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 BUTTERY SPREAD Palm Oil Free?

No, BUTTERY SPREAD contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.

Does BUTTERY SPREAD contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: VEGETABLE OIL BLEND (CANOLA, PALM, AND OLIVE OILS), WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, PEA PROTEIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SUNFLOWER LECIT...

What are the nutritional facts of BUTTERY SPREAD?

BUTTERY SPREAD contains 571 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 0g of carbohydrates, and 64.3g of fat.

Is BUTTERY SPREAD ultra-processed?

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

Does BUTTERY SPREAD contain palm oil?

Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of BUTTERY SPREAD. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.