Fruit chews original

Fruit chews original

Mars · all Mars products checked

Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Fruit chews original · Palm Oil Free

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palm fat.

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Deciding ingredient

palm fat

On the label

GLUCOSE SYRUPSUGARPALM FATAPPLEORANGEBLACKCURRANTSTRAWBERRYLIME

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
405 kcal
Fat
7.3 g
Saturated fat
4.1 g
Carbohydrates
83.9 g
Sugars
83.1 g
high
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in sugars, low 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)

GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, PALM FAT, CONCENTRATE FRUIT JUICES 1.4%* (APPLE, ORANGE, BLACKCURRANT, STRAWBERRY, LIME, LEMON), ACID CITRIC ACID, MODIFIED STARCH, ACID MALIC ACID, DEXTRIN, FLAVOURINGS, MALTODEXTRIN, ANTIOXIDANT ASCORBIC ACID, EMULSIFIER LECITHIN, COLOURS ANTHOCYANINS, BETA-CAROTENE; SPIRULINA EXTRACT.

Detailed analysis: why is Fruit chews original not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Fruit chews original 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 fat

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, PALM FAT, CONCENTRATE FRUIT JUICES 1.4%* (APPLE, ORANGE, BLACKCURRANT, STRAWBERRY, LIME, LEMON), ACID CITRIC ACID, MODIFIED STARCH, ACID MALIC ACID, DEXTRIN, FLAVOURINGS, MALTODEXTRIN, ANTIOXIDANT ASCORBIC ACID, EMULSIFIER LECITHIN, COLOURS ANTHOCYANINS, BETA-CAROTENE; SPIRULINA EXTRACT.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Fruit chews original contains 405 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 7.3g of fat, and 83.9g of carbohydrates (83.1g 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 Fruit chews original Palm Oil Free?

No, Fruit chews original contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm fat.

Does Fruit chews original contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, PALM FAT, CONCENTRATE FRUIT JUICES 1.4%* (APPLE, ORANGE, BLACKCURRANT, STRAWBERRY, LIME, LEMON), ACID CITRIC ACID, MODIFIED STAR...

What are the nutritional facts of Fruit chews original?

Fruit chews original contains 405 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 83.9g of carbohydrates, and 7.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Fruit chews original?

Fruit chews original lists 83.1 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 Fruit chews original ultra-processed?

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

Does Fruit chews original contain palm oil?

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