No, skip it.
palm oil, and 3 more.
- palm oil
- palm kernel
- palm kernel oil
- hydrogenated palm
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is 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.
Ingredients (original text)
Enriched bleached flour (bleached wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), sugar, dextrose, vegetable shortening ([contains one or more of the following: canola and/or palm oil] with tbhq [preservative]). contains 2% or less of each of the following: leavening (baking soda, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), gelatinized yellow corn flour, palm oil, vegetable shortening (hydrogenated palm kernel oil and/or palm oil and/or canola oil), modified corn starch, salt, natural and artificial flavor, soy lecithin, citric acid, red 40 lake, blue 2 lake.
Detailed analysis: why is Muffin mix not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Muffin 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 oil
- palm kernel
- palm kernel oil
- hydrogenated palm
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Enriched bleached flour (bleached wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), sugar, dextrose, vegetable shortening ([contains one or more of the following: canola and/or palm oil] with tbhq [preservative]). contains 2% or less of each of the following: leavening (baking soda, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate), gelatinized yellow corn flour, palm oil, vegetable shortening (hydrogenated palm kernel oil and/or palm oil and/or canola oil), modified corn starch, salt, natural and artificial flavor, soy lecithin, citric acid, red 40 lake, blue 2 lake.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Muffin mix contains 405 calories per 100g, with 6g of protein, 8g of fat, and 76g of carbohydrates (38g 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 Muffin mix Palm Oil Free?
No, Muffin mix contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.
Does Muffin mix contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Enriched bleached flour (bleached wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), sugar, dextrose, veget...
What are the nutritional facts of Muffin mix?
Muffin mix contains 405 calories per 100g, with 6g of protein, 76g of carbohydrates, and 8g of fat.
How much sugar is in Muffin mix?
Muffin mix lists 38 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 Muffin mix contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Muffin mix. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.