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palm kernel.
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palm kernel
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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)
Cereal bar with chunks of Digestive biscuit red fruits and milk coated base - Ingredients: Cereals 33% [oat flakes, comflakes (com Cou powder 0,8%, skimmed milk powder 0,8%, emulsifier (lecithins), natural flavouring], Digestive biscuit with 35% less fat 13% [wheat flour, sugar sunflower oil, wholegin selt rice crispies (rice flour, sugar, barley malt extract, salt), glucose syrup, milk coating 14% sugar, vegetable fats (palm kernel, palm, shea), urt powder 83, whey tocopherol-rich extract), glucosetimetos syruPhaisitour, Havourite stabiliser (maltitol syrup), cranberry pieces 6% (cranberries 65%, sugar, sur tower strawberry pieces 2% (stra The product may contain a st 43%, sugar, dextrose, sunflower oil, simpiring), favouring. ser egg, sesame, nuts and peanuts
Detailed analysis: why is Digestive bar not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Digestive bar 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 kernel
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Cereal bar with chunks of Digestive biscuit red fruits and milk coated base - Ingredients: Cereals 33% [oat flakes, comflakes (com Cou powder 0,8%, skimmed milk powder 0,8%, emulsifier (lecithins), natural flavouring], Digestive biscuit with 35% less fat 13% [wheat flour, sugar sunflower oil, wholegin selt rice crispies (rice flour, sugar, barley malt extract, salt), glucose syrup, milk coating 14% sugar, vegetable fats (palm kernel, palm, shea), urt powder 83, whey tocopherol-rich extract), glucosetimetos syruPhaisitour, Havourite stabiliser (maltitol syrup), cranberry pieces 6% (cranberries 65%, sugar, sur tower strawberry pieces 2% (stra The product may contain a st 43%, sugar, dextrose, sunflower oil, simpiring), favouring. ser egg, sesame, nuts and peanuts. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Digestive bar contains 417 calories per 100g, with 4g of protein, 13g of fat, and 72g of carbohydrates (30g 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 bar Palm Oil Free?
No, Digestive bar contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm kernel.
Does Digestive bar contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Cereal bar with chunks of Digestive biscuit red fruits and milk coated base - Ingredients: Cereals 33% [oat flakes, comflakes (com Cou powder 0,8%, sk...
What are the nutritional facts of Digestive bar?
Digestive bar contains 417 calories per 100g, with 4g of protein, 72g of carbohydrates, and 13g of fat.
How much sugar is in Digestive bar?
Digestive bar lists 30 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 Digestive bar contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Digestive bar. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.