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palm oil.
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in sugars, 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)
Enriched Flour Bleached (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Sugar, Corn Syrup, Carrot Flavored Pieces (corn syrup, enriched flour bleached [wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], corn cereal, palm oil, color [artificial color, yellow 6, red 40], carrot powder), Leavening (baking soda, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), Contains 2% or less of:, Modified Corn Starch, Corn Starch, Propylene Glycol Mono and Diesters, Salt, Monoglycerides, Cinnamon, Spice, Palm Oil, Dicalcium Phosphate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Color Added
Detailed analysis: why is Carrot Cake Mix not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Carrot Cake Mix 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: Enriched Flour Bleached (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Sugar, Corn Syrup, Carrot Flavored Pieces (corn syrup, enriched flour bleached [wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], corn cereal, palm oil, color [artificial color, yellow 6, red 40], carrot powder), Leavening (baking soda, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), Contains 2% or less of:, Modified Corn Starch, Corn Starch, Propylene Glycol Mono and Diesters, Salt, Monoglycerides, Cinnamon, Spice, Palm Oil, Dicalcium Phosphate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Color Added. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Carrot Cake Mix contains 381 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 2.4g of fat, and 88.1g of carbohydrates (42.9g 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 Carrot Cake Mix Palm Oil Free?
No, Carrot Cake Mix contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does Carrot Cake Mix contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Enriched Flour Bleached (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Sugar, Corn Syrup, Carrot Flavored Pieces (corn syru...
What are the nutritional facts of Carrot Cake Mix?
Carrot Cake Mix contains 381 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 88.1g of carbohydrates, and 2.4g of fat.
How much sugar is in Carrot Cake Mix?
Carrot Cake Mix lists 42.9 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 Carrot Cake Mix ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Carrot Cake Mix is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Carrot Cake Mix contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Carrot Cake Mix. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.