Refreshers Choos

Refreshers Choos

Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Refreshers Choos · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm kernel.

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Deciding ingredient

palm kernel

On the label

glucose syrupsugarvegetable oilspalmpalm kernelmodified starchmagnesium carbonatemagnesium stearate

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
393 kcal
Fat
5.9 g
Saturated fat
4 g
Carbohydrates
83 g
Sugars
82.1 g
high
Protein
0.1 g
Salt
0.1 g
low

Per 100 g this product is 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.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

glucose syrup, sugar, vegetable oils (palm, palm kernel), acidity regulator: citric acid, modified starch, anti-caking agent: stearic acid, magnesium carbonate, magnesium stearate, flavourings, glycerine, lysed soya protein, emulsifier: glycerol mono stearate, colours: anthocyanin, copper chlorophyllin, lutein, paprika extract (n) ingredienser: glykose sirup, sukker, vegetabilsk olje (palmeolje), surhetsregulerende middel: sitronsyre, modifisert stivelse, antiklumpemidler: stearinsyre, magnesiumkarbonat, magnesium stearat

Detailed analysis: why is Refreshers Choos not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Refreshers Choos 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

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: glucose syrup, sugar, vegetable oils (palm, palm kernel), acidity regulator: citric acid, modified starch, anti-caking agent: stearic acid, magnesium carbonate, magnesium stearate, flavourings, glycerine, lysed soya protein, emulsifier: glycerol mono stearate, colours: anthocyanin, copper chlorophyllin, lutein, paprika extract (n) ingredienser: glykose sirup, sukker, vegetabilsk olje (palmeolje), surhetsregulerende middel: sitronsyre, modifisert stivelse, antiklumpemidler: stearinsyre, magnesiumkarbonat, magnesium stearat. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Refreshers Choos contains 393 calories per 100g, with 0.1g of protein, 5.9g of fat, and 83g of carbohydrates (82.1g 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 Refreshers Choos Palm Oil Free?

No, Refreshers Choos contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm kernel.

Does Refreshers Choos contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: glucose syrup, sugar, vegetable oils (palm, palm kernel), acidity regulator: citric acid, modified starch, anti-caking agent: stearic acid, magnesium ...

What are the nutritional facts of Refreshers Choos?

Refreshers Choos contains 393 calories per 100g, with 0.1g of protein, 83g of carbohydrates, and 5.9g of fat.

How much sugar is in Refreshers Choos?

Refreshers Choos lists 82.1 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 Refreshers Choos ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Refreshers Choos is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Does Refreshers Choos contain palm oil?

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