Skittles Desserts

Skittles Desserts

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Skittles Desserts · Palm Oil Free

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palm fat.

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Deciding ingredient

palm fat

On the label

sugarglucose syrup palm fatacidcitric aciddextrinmaltodextrinflavouringsmodified starch

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientspalm fat
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This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
401 kcal
Fat
4.2 g
Saturated fat
2.3 g
Carbohydrates
90 g
Sugars
75 g
high
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 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)

sugar, glucose syrup palm fat, acid (citric acid), dextrin, maltodextrin, flavourings, modified starch, colours (e162, e163, e170, e160a, e100, e132), acidity regulator (trisodium citrate), glazing agent (carnauba wax), product may contain an uneven mix of flavours, suitable for vegetarians, keep cool and dry, best before: see bottom, *reference intake of an average adult (8400 kj/

Detailed analysis: why is Skittles Desserts not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Skittles Desserts 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 fat

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: sugar, glucose syrup palm fat, acid (citric acid), dextrin, maltodextrin, flavourings, modified starch, colours (e162, e163, e170, e160a, e100, e132), acidity regulator (trisodium citrate), glazing agent (carnauba wax), product may contain an uneven mix of flavours, suitable for vegetarians, keep cool and dry, best before: see bottom, *reference intake of an average adult (8400 kj/. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Skittles Desserts contains 401 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 4.2g of fat, and 90g of carbohydrates (75g 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 Skittles Desserts Palm Oil Free?

No, Skittles Desserts contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm fat.

Does Skittles Desserts contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, glucose syrup palm fat, acid (citric acid), dextrin, maltodextrin, flavourings, modified starch, colours (e162, e163, e170, e160a, e100, e132),...

What are the nutritional facts of Skittles Desserts?

Skittles Desserts contains 401 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 90g of carbohydrates, and 4.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Skittles Desserts?

Skittles Desserts lists 75 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 Skittles Desserts ultra-processed?

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

Does Skittles Desserts contain palm oil?

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