Honey Spread

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Honey Spread · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm oil, and 2 more.

  • palm oil
  • palm kernel
  • palm kernel 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

VEGETABLE OIL SPREADSOYBEAN OILPALM OILPALM KERNEL OILCANOLA OILHIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUPWHEYMILK

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientspalm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
5450 kcal
Fat
496 g
Saturated fat
124 g
high
Carbohydrates
248 g
Sugars
248 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 g
low

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

VEGETABLE OIL SPREAD (SOYBEAN OIL, PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, CANOLA OIL), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WHEY (MILK), WATER, HONEY, SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY) [POTASSIUM SORBATE (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY) AND CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY)], LACTIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR).

Detailed analysis: why is Honey Spread not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Honey Spread 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 kernel
  • palm kernel oil

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: VEGETABLE OIL SPREAD (SOYBEAN OIL, PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, CANOLA OIL), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WHEY (MILK), WATER, HONEY, SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY) [POTASSIUM SORBATE (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY) AND CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY)], LACTIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Honey Spread contains 5450 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 496g of fat, and 248g of carbohydrates (248g 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 Honey Spread Palm Oil Free?

No, Honey Spread contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.

Does Honey Spread contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: VEGETABLE OIL SPREAD (SOYBEAN OIL, PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, CANOLA OIL), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WHEY (MILK), WATER, HONEY, SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCE...

What are the nutritional facts of Honey Spread?

Honey Spread contains 5450 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 248g of carbohydrates, and 496g of fat.

How much sugar is in Honey Spread?

Honey Spread lists 248 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 Honey Spread ultra-processed?

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

Does Honey Spread contain palm oil?

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