kisses candy cane

kisses candy cane

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

kisses candy cane · 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

sugarvegetable oilpalm oilshea oilsunflower oilpalm kernel oilsafflower oilskim milk

What we checked

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

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
500 kcal
Fat
28.6 g
Saturated fat
17.9 g
high
Carbohydrates
64.3 g
Sugars
53.6 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
3.6 g
Salt
0.2 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.

Ingredients (original text)

sugar, vegetable oil (palm oil, shea oil, sunflower oil, palm kernel oil, safflower oil), skim milk, corn syrup solids, lactose (milk), cornstarch, lecithin (soy), oil of peppermint, pgpr, confectioner's glaze, artificial color (red 40 lake, red 40), vanillin (artificial flavor), carnauba wax.

Detailed analysis: why is kisses candy cane not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that kisses candy cane 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: sugar, vegetable oil (palm oil, shea oil, sunflower oil, palm kernel oil, safflower oil), skim milk, corn syrup solids, lactose (milk), cornstarch, lecithin (soy), oil of peppermint, pgpr, confectioner's glaze, artificial color (red 40 lake, red 40), vanillin (artificial flavor), carnauba wax.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

kisses candy cane contains 500 calories per 100g, with 3.6g of protein, 28.6g of fat, and 64.3g of carbohydrates (53.6g 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 kisses candy cane Palm Oil Free?

No, kisses candy cane contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.

Does kisses candy cane contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, vegetable oil (palm oil, shea oil, sunflower oil, palm kernel oil, safflower oil), skim milk, corn syrup solids, lactose (milk), cornstarch, le...

What are the nutritional facts of kisses candy cane?

kisses candy cane contains 500 calories per 100g, with 3.6g of protein, 64.3g of carbohydrates, and 28.6g of fat.

How much sugar is in kisses candy cane?

kisses candy cane lists 53.6 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 kisses candy cane contain palm oil?

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