Mix snack mix

Mix snack mix

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Mix snack mix · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm kernel, and 2 more.

  • palm kernel
  • palm kernel oil
  • hydrogenated palm

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

palm kernel

On the label

Enriched corn mealdegermed yellow corn mealniacinironthiamin mononitrateriboflavinfolic acidenriched wheat flour

What we checked

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

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
483 kcal
Fat
17.2 g
Saturated fat
6.9 g
high
Carbohydrates
72.4 g
Sugars
27.6 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
6.9 g
Salt
0.9 g

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)

Enriched corn meal (degermed yellow corn meal, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), sugar, candy coated chocolate flavored pieces (sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, cocoa powder, whey, nonfat milk, soy lecithin, vanilla, sugar, artificial coloring [includes red 40 lake, yellow 5 lake, yellow 6 lake], gum arabic, corn syrup, confectioner's glaze [carnauba wax, mineral oil]), vegetable oil (palm, soybean, canola, rice bran and/or peanut), peanuts, high fructose corn syrup. contains 2% or less of: popcorn, fructose, salt, cocoa processed with alkali, molasses, soy lecithin, distilled monoglycerides, cocoa, yeast, baking soda, corn starch, yellow corn flour, barley malt syrup, natural flavor, xanthan gum. freshness preserved by bht & tbhq.

Detailed analysis: why is Mix snack mix not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Mix snack mix 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: Enriched corn meal (degermed yellow corn meal, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), sugar, candy coated chocolate flavored pieces (sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, cocoa powder, whey, nonfat milk, soy lecithin, vanilla, sugar, artificial coloring [includes red 40 lake, yellow 5 lake, yellow 6 lake], gum arabic, corn syrup, confectioner's glaze [carnauba wax, mineral oil]), vegetable oil (palm, soybean, canola, rice bran and/or peanut), peanuts, high fructose corn syrup. contains 2% or less of: popcorn, fructose, salt, cocoa processed with alkali, molasses, soy lecithin, distilled monoglycerides, cocoa, yeast, baking soda, corn starch, yellow corn flour, barley malt syrup, natural flavor, xanthan gum. freshness preserved by bht & tbhq.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Mix snack mix contains 483 calories per 100g, with 6.9g of protein, 17.2g of fat, and 72.4g of carbohydrates (27.6g 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 Mix snack mix Palm Oil Free?

No, Mix snack mix contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm kernel, palm kernel oil, hydrogenated palm.

Does Mix snack mix contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Enriched corn meal (degermed yellow corn meal, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, ...

What are the nutritional facts of Mix snack mix?

Mix snack mix contains 483 calories per 100g, with 6.9g of protein, 72.4g of carbohydrates, and 17.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Mix snack mix?

Mix snack mix lists 27.6 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).

Is Mix snack mix ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Mix snack mix is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Does Mix snack mix contain palm oil?

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