Digestive

Digestive

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Digestive · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm oil.

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Deciding ingredient

palm oil

On the label

calcium carbonateironniacinthiaminwholemeal wheat flourugarpalm oilrapeseed oil

What we checked

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

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
491 kcal
Fat
22.1 g
Saturated fat
9.9 g
high
Carbohydrates
64.5 g
Sugars
18.2 g
Fibre
3.1 g
Protein
6.9 g
Salt
0.6 g

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

Ingredients wheat flour [wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin], wholemeal wheat flour, ugar, palm oil, rapeseed oil, oats, partially inverted refiners syrup, raising agents (sodium icarbonate, ammonium bicarbonate), salt. llergy advice or allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. also, may contain peanuts and nuts.

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

Our analysis indicates that Digestive 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: Ingredients wheat flour [wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin], wholemeal wheat flour, ugar, palm oil, rapeseed oil, oats, partially inverted refiners syrup, raising agents (sodium icarbonate, ammonium bicarbonate), salt. llergy advice or allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. also, may contain peanuts and nuts.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Digestive contains 491 calories per 100g, with 6.9g of protein, 22.1g of fat, and 64.5g of carbohydrates (18.2g 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 Digestive Palm Oil Free?

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

Does Digestive contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Ingredients wheat flour [wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin], wholemeal wheat flour, ugar, palm oil, rapeseed oil, oats, partially ...

What are the nutritional facts of Digestive?

Digestive contains 491 calories per 100g, with 6.9g of protein, 64.5g of carbohydrates, and 22.1g of fat.

How much sugar is in Digestive?

Digestive lists 18.2 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is Digestive ultra-processed?

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

Does Digestive contain palm oil?

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