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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 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 (sugarrs [sugar, lactose], cocoa butter, milk ingredients, unsweetened chocolate, lecithin [soy], polyglycerol polyricionelate), Peanuts, Sugars (sugar, dextrose), Modified palm oil and modified vegeteable oil (shea, sunflower and/or safflower), Modified palm kernel oil, Hydrogenated palm kernel oil, Hydrogenated palm oil, Palm kernel oil, Salt, Corn starch, TBHQ, Citric acid
Detailed analysis: why is Reese's bar not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Reese's bar 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 (sugarrs [sugar, lactose], cocoa butter, milk ingredients, unsweetened chocolate, lecithin [soy], polyglycerol polyricionelate), Peanuts, Sugars (sugar, dextrose), Modified palm oil and modified vegeteable oil (shea, sunflower and/or safflower), Modified palm kernel oil, Hydrogenated palm kernel oil, Hydrogenated palm oil, Palm kernel oil, Salt, Corn starch, TBHQ, Citric acid. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Reese's bar contains 525 calories per 100g, with 7.5g of protein, 32.5g of fat, and 57.5g of carbohydrates (52.5g 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 Reese's bar Palm Oil Free?
No, Reese's bar contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.
Does Reese's bar contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Milk chocolate (sugarrs [sugar, lactose], cocoa butter, milk ingredients, unsweetened chocolate, lecithin [soy], polyglycerol polyricionelate), Peanut...
What are the nutritional facts of Reese's bar?
Reese's bar contains 525 calories per 100g, with 7.5g of protein, 57.5g of carbohydrates, and 32.5g of fat.
How much sugar is in Reese's bar?
Reese's bar lists 52.5 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 Reese's bar ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Reese's bar is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Reese's bar contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Reese's bar. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.