Peanut

Peanut

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Peanut · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm oil.

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Deciding ingredient

palm oil

On the label

MILK CHOCOLATESUGARCHOCOLATESKIM MILKCOCOA BUTTERLACTOSEMILKFATPEANUTS

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientspalm oil
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
516.1 kcal
Fat
83.3 g
Saturated fat
9.7 g
high
Carbohydrates
197.7 g
Sugars
48.4 g
high
Fibre
3.2 g
Protein
9.7 g
Salt
0.1 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.

Ingredients (original text)

MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, SKIM MILK, COCOA BUTTER, LACTOSE, MILKFAT, PEANUTS, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, PALM OIL, CORN SYRUP, DEXTROSE, COLORS (INCLUDES RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, YELLOW 6, BLUE 2), CARNUBA WAX, GUM ACACIA. Contains: PEANUTS, MILK, and SOY. May contain TREE NUTS.

Detailed analysis: why is Peanut not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Peanut 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

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, SKIM MILK, COCOA BUTTER, LACTOSE, MILKFAT, PEANUTS, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, PALM OIL, CORN SYRUP, DEXTROSE, COLORS (INCLUDES RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, YELLOW 6, BLUE 2), CARNUBA WAX, GUM ACACIA. Contains: PEANUTS, MILK, and SOY. May contain TREE NUTS.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Peanut contains 516.1 calories per 100g, with 9.7g of protein, 83.3g of fat, and 197.7g of carbohydrates (48.4g 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 Peanut Palm Oil Free?

No, Peanut contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.

Does Peanut contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, SKIM MILK, COCOA BUTTER, LACTOSE, MILKFAT, PEANUTS, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, PALM OIL, CORN...

What are the nutritional facts of Peanut?

Peanut contains 516.1 calories per 100g, with 9.7g of protein, 197.7g of carbohydrates, and 83.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Peanut?

Peanut lists 48.4 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 Peanut contain palm oil?

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