Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits
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Target diet: Palm Oil Free
No, skip it.
huile de palme.
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huile de palme
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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 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)
Farine (39%) (farine de blé, calcium, fer, niacine, thiamine), chocolat au lait (30%) [sucre, beurre de cacao, masse de cacao, lait écrémé en poudre, lactosérum-en poudre (lait), beurre pâtissier (lait), graisses végétales (karité, palme), émulsifiants (lécithine de soja, E476), arôme naturel], huile de palme, farine de blé complète (9%), sucre, sirop de glucose-fructose, poudres à lever (carbonates de sodium, acide malique, carbonates d'ammonium), sel.
Detailed analysis: why is Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- huile de palme
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Farine (39%) (farine de blé, calcium, fer, niacine, thiamine), chocolat au lait (30%) [sucre, beurre de cacao, masse de cacao, lait écrémé en poudre, lactosérum-en poudre (lait), beurre pâtissier (lait), graisses végétales (karité, palme), émulsifiants (lécithine de soja, E476), arôme naturel], huile de palme, farine de blé complète (9%), sucre, sirop de glucose-fructose, poudres à lever (carbonates de sodium, acide malique, carbonates d'ammonium), sel.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits contains 495 calories per 100g, with 6.7g of protein, 23.6g of fat, and 62.2g of carbohydrates (29.5g 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 Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits Palm Oil Free?
No, Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits contains palm oil: the ingredients list names huile de palme.
Does Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Farine (39%) (farine de blé, calcium, fer, niacine, thiamine), chocolat au lait (30%) [sucre, beurre de cacao, masse de cacao, lait écrémé en poudre, ...
What are the nutritional facts of Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits?
Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits contains 495 calories per 100g, with 6.7g of protein, 62.2g of carbohydrates, and 23.6g of fat.
How much sugar is in Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits?
Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits lists 29.5 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 Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Mcvities Digestive Milk Chocolate Biscuits. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.