Candy

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Candy · Palm Oil Free

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palm oil.

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Deciding ingredient

palm oil

On the label

Corn syrupsugarnonfat milkhydrogenated coconut oilalmondsand less than 2% of honeysaltegg whites

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientspalm oil
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
375 kcal
Fat
7.5 g
Saturated fat
5 g
high
Carbohydrates
80 g
Sugars
47.5 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
2.5 g
Salt
0.8 g

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)

Corn syrup, sugar, nonfat milk, hydrogenated coconut oil, almonds, and less than 2% of honey, salt, egg whites, canola and/or safflower and/or palm oil, modified soy protein, natural flavor, tbhq and citric acid (to preserve freshness).

Detailed analysis: why is Candy not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Candy 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

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Corn syrup, sugar, nonfat milk, hydrogenated coconut oil, almonds, and less than 2% of honey, salt, egg whites, canola and/or safflower and/or palm oil, modified soy protein, natural flavor, tbhq and citric acid (to preserve freshness).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Candy contains 375 calories per 100g, with 2.5g of protein, 7.5g of fat, and 80g of carbohydrates (47.5g of which is sugar).

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 Candy Palm Oil Free?

No, Candy contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.

Does Candy contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Corn syrup, sugar, nonfat milk, hydrogenated coconut oil, almonds, and less than 2% of honey, salt, egg whites, canola and/or safflower and/or palm oi...

What are the nutritional facts of Candy?

Candy contains 375 calories per 100g, with 2.5g of protein, 80g of carbohydrates, and 7.5g of fat.

How much sugar is in Candy?

Candy lists 47.5 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 Candy ultra-processed?

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

Does Candy contain palm oil?

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