No, skip it.
palm oil, and 3 more.
- palm oil
- 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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palm oil
On the label
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)
MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE, MILK, LACTOSE, PEANUTS, MILKFAT, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, PEANUT BUTTER (PARTIALLY DEFATTED PEANUTS, PALM OIL), HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL AND/OR VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND SUNFLOWER OILS), CORNSTARCH, DEXTROSE, CORN SYRUP, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, DEXTRIN, COLORS (INCLUDES BLUE 1 LAKE, RED 40, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 2 LAKE, BLUE 2), CARNAUBA WAX, PROPYL GALLATE TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS, GUM ACACIA.
Detailed analysis: why is Peanut Butter M&M's not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Peanut Butter M&M's 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: MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE, MILK, LACTOSE, PEANUTS, MILKFAT, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, PEANUT BUTTER (PARTIALLY DEFATTED PEANUTS, PALM OIL), HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL AND/OR VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND SUNFLOWER OILS), CORNSTARCH, DEXTROSE, CORN SYRUP, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, DEXTRIN, COLORS (INCLUDES BLUE 1 LAKE, RED 40, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 2 LAKE, BLUE 2), CARNAUBA WAX, PROPYL GALLATE TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS, GUM ACACIA.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Peanut Butter M&M's contains 536 calories per 100g, with 10.7g of protein, 28.6g of fat, and 57.1g of carbohydrates (50g 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 Butter M&M's Palm Oil Free?
No, Peanut Butter M&M's contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.
Does Peanut Butter M&M's contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE, MILK, LACTOSE, PEANUTS, MILKFAT, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, PEANUT BUTTER (PARTIALLY ...
What are the nutritional facts of Peanut Butter M&M's?
Peanut Butter M&M's contains 536 calories per 100g, with 10.7g of protein, 57.1g of carbohydrates, and 28.6g of fat.
How much sugar is in Peanut Butter M&M's?
Peanut Butter M&M's lists 50 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 Peanut Butter M&M's ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Peanut Butter M&M's is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Peanut Butter M&M's contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Peanut Butter M&M's. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.