Mars glacé

Mars glacé

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Mars glacé · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

matière grasse de palme.

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Deciding ingredient

matière grasse de palme

On the label

Sucresirop de glucose_lait_ écrémé15%crème légère_lait_)/crème_lait_eau

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientsmatière grasse de palme
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
266 kcal
Fat
14 g
Saturated fat
8.3 g
high
Carbohydrates
33 g
Sugars
25 g
high
Fibre
0.8 g
Protein
2.8 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.

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

Ingredients (original text)

Sucre, sirop de glucose, _lait_ écrémé (15%), crème légère (_lait_)/crème (_lait_), eau, _lait_ écrémé concentré sucré, matière grasse de noix de coco, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, matière grasse de palme, _lait_ écrémé en poudre, extrait de malt d'_orge_, _lactose_, matière grasse du _lait_, petit-_lait_ en poudre, cacao maigre, émulsifiants (lécithine de _soja_, E471, E477), stabilisants (E407, E410, E412), sel, extrait naturel de vanille, arôme naturel (_lait_).

Detailed analysis: why is Mars glacé not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Mars glacé is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • matière grasse de palme

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sucre, sirop de glucose, _lait_ écrémé (15%), crème légère (_lait_)/crème (_lait_), eau, _lait_ écrémé concentré sucré, matière grasse de noix de coco, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, matière grasse de palme, _lait_ écrémé en poudre, extrait de malt d'_orge_, _lactose_, matière grasse du _lait_, petit-_lait_ en poudre, cacao maigre, émulsifiants (lécithine de _soja_, E471, E477), stabilisants (E407, E410, E412), sel, extrait naturel de vanille, arôme naturel (_lait_).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Mars glacé contains 266 calories per 100g, with 2.8g of protein, 14g of fat, and 33g of carbohydrates (25g 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 Mars glacé Palm Oil Free?

No, Mars glacé contains palm oil: the ingredients list names matière grasse de palme.

Does Mars glacé contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sucre, sirop de glucose, _lait_ écrémé (15%), crème légère (_lait_)/crème (_lait_), eau, _lait_ écrémé concentré sucré, matière grasse de noix de coco...

What are the nutritional facts of Mars glacé?

Mars glacé contains 266 calories per 100g, with 2.8g of protein, 33g of carbohydrates, and 14g of fat.

How much sugar is in Mars glacé?

Mars glacé lists 25 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 Mars glacé ultra-processed?

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

Does Mars glacé contain palm oil?

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