No, skip it.
palm kernel, and 2 more.
- palm kernel
- palm kernel oil
- hydrogenated palm
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palm kernel
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What we checked
This product on every diet
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is 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)
Milk, buttermilk, whey, sugar, corn syrup, chocolate flavored chips (sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, coconut oil, cocoa, cocoa processed with alkali, soy lecithin, salt, vanilla), cream, skim milk, contains 2% or less of peppermint oil, mono and diglycerides, carob bean gum, guar gum, carrageenan, polysorbate 80, yellow 5, blue 1, vitamin a palmitate.
Detailed analysis: why is Light ice cream, mint chip not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Light ice cream, mint chip 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
- palm kernel oil
- hydrogenated palm
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Milk, buttermilk, whey, sugar, corn syrup, chocolate flavored chips (sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, coconut oil, cocoa, cocoa processed with alkali, soy lecithin, salt, vanilla), cream, skim milk, contains 2% or less of peppermint oil, mono and diglycerides, carob bean gum, guar gum, carrageenan, polysorbate 80, yellow 5, blue 1, vitamin a palmitate.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Light ice cream, mint chip contains 169 calories per 100g, with 3.1g of protein, 5.4g of fat, and 27.7g of carbohydrates (21.5g 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 Light ice cream, mint chip Palm Oil Free?
No, Light ice cream, mint chip contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm kernel, palm kernel oil, hydrogenated palm.
Does Light ice cream, mint chip contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Milk, buttermilk, whey, sugar, corn syrup, chocolate flavored chips (sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, coconut oil, cocoa, cocoa processed with alk...
What are the nutritional facts of Light ice cream, mint chip?
Light ice cream, mint chip contains 169 calories per 100g, with 3.1g of protein, 27.7g of carbohydrates, and 5.4g of fat.
How much sugar is in Light ice cream, mint chip?
Light ice cream, mint chip lists 21.5 g of sugar per 100 g.
Is Light ice cream, mint chip ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Light ice cream, mint chip is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Light ice cream, mint chip contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Light ice cream, mint chip. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.