Snickers bar

Snickers bar

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Snickers bar · Palm Oil Free

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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Deciding ingredient

palm oil

On the label

milk chocolatesugarcocoa butterchocolateskim milklactosemilkfatsoy lecithin

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
525 kcal
Fat
28 g
Carbohydrates
58 g
Sugars
55 g
high
Protein
8 g

Per 100 g this product is 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.

Ingredients (original text)

milk chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, lactose, milkfat, soy lecithin, artificial flavor), peanuts, sugar, invert sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, skim milk, corn syrup, less than 2% - palm oil, butter, milkfat, salt, soy lecithin, potassium sorbate to maintain freshness, artificial flavor,

Detailed analysis: why is Snickers bar not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Snickers 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 (sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, lactose, milkfat, soy lecithin, artificial flavor), peanuts, sugar, invert sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, skim milk, corn syrup, less than 2% - palm oil, butter, milkfat, salt, soy lecithin, potassium sorbate to maintain freshness, artificial flavor,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Snickers bar contains 525 calories per 100g, with 8g of protein, 28g of fat, and 58g of carbohydrates (55g 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 Snickers bar Palm Oil Free?

No, Snickers bar contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil, palm kernel, palm kernel oil.

Does Snickers bar contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: milk chocolate (sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, lactose, milkfat, soy lecithin, artificial flavor), peanuts, sugar, invert sugar, hydrogena...

What are the nutritional facts of Snickers bar?

Snickers bar contains 525 calories per 100g, with 8g of protein, 58g of carbohydrates, and 28g of fat.

How much sugar is in Snickers bar?

Snickers bar lists 55 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 Snickers bar contain palm oil?

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