ginger nuts

ginger nuts

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

ginger nuts · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm oil.

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

palm oil

On the label

FlourWheat FlourCalciumIronNiacin ThiaminSugarPalm OilGlucose-Fructose Syrup

What we checked

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

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
461 kcal
Fat
16.5 g
Saturated fat
7.8 g
high
Carbohydrates
71.3 g
Sugars
28.9 g
high
Protein
2.3 g
Salt
0.9 g

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

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin Thiamin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Molasses, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate), Ground Ginger, Salt, Natural Lemon, Ginger Flavouring

Detailed analysis: why is ginger nuts not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that ginger nuts 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: Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin Thiamin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Molasses, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate), Ground Ginger, Salt, Natural Lemon, Ginger Flavouring. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

ginger nuts contains 461 calories per 100g, with 2.3g of protein, 16.5g of fat, and 71.3g of carbohydrates (28.9g 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 ginger nuts Palm Oil Free?

No, ginger nuts contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.

Does ginger nuts contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin Thiamin), Sugar, Palm Oil, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Molasses, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Di...

What are the nutritional facts of ginger nuts?

ginger nuts contains 461 calories per 100g, with 2.3g of protein, 71.3g of carbohydrates, and 16.5g of fat.

How much sugar is in ginger nuts?

ginger nuts lists 28.9 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 ginger nuts ultra-processed?

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

Does ginger nuts contain palm oil?

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