Dark Chocolate Digestives
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Target diet: Palm Oil Free
No, skip it.
palm oil, and 1 more.
- palm oil
- palm fat
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palm oil
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is 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.
Ingredients (original text)
wheat flour 34%, dark chocolate 30% (sugar, cocoa mass, vegetable fats (shea fat, palm fat, sal fat), milk fat, cocoa butter, emulsifiers (polyglycerol polyricinoleate, lecithins ( soya )), flavouring), palm oil, sugar, wholemeal wheat flour 10%, invert sugar syrup, raising agents (sodium carbonates, citric acid, ammonium carbonates), salt,
Detailed analysis: why is Dark Chocolate Digestives not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Dark Chocolate Digestives 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
- palm fat
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: wheat flour 34%, dark chocolate 30% (sugar, cocoa mass, vegetable fats (shea fat, palm fat, sal fat), milk fat, cocoa butter, emulsifiers (polyglycerol polyricinoleate, lecithins ( soya )), flavouring), palm oil, sugar, wholemeal wheat flour 10%, invert sugar syrup, raising agents (sodium carbonates, citric acid, ammonium carbonates), salt,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Dark Chocolate Digestives contains 488 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 24g of fat, and 60g of carbohydrates (25g 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 Dark Chocolate Digestives Palm Oil Free?
No, Dark Chocolate Digestives contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm fat.
Does Dark Chocolate Digestives contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: wheat flour 34%, dark chocolate 30% (sugar, cocoa mass, vegetable fats (shea fat, palm fat, sal fat), milk fat, cocoa butter, emulsifiers (polyglyc...
What are the nutritional facts of Dark Chocolate Digestives?
Dark Chocolate Digestives contains 488 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 60g of carbohydrates, and 24g of fat.
How much sugar is in Dark Chocolate Digestives?
Dark Chocolate Digestives lists 25 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).
Does Dark Chocolate Digestives contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Dark Chocolate Digestives. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.