Sour Fruit Chews

Sour Fruit Chews

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Sour Fruit Chews · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm kernel, and 2 more.

  • palm kernel
  • palm kernel oil
  • hydrogenated palm

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Deciding ingredient

palm kernel

On the label

CORN SYRUPSUGARCITRIC ACIDSODIUM CITRATEMODIFIED FOOD STARCHCORNSTARCHCOLORSBLUE 1

What we checked

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

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
409 kcal
Fat
7.7 g
Saturated fat
7.7 g
high
Carbohydrates
83.5 g
Sugars
54.5 g
high
Protein
0 g
Salt
0.3 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, 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.

Ingredients (original text)

CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, CITRIC ACID, LESS THAN 2% OF TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SODIUM CITRATE, APPLE JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CORNSTARCH, COLORS (BLUE 1, RED 40, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6). GLUTEN-FREE.

Detailed analysis: why is Sour Fruit Chews not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Sour Fruit Chews 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
  • palm kernel oil
  • hydrogenated palm

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, CITRIC ACID, LESS THAN 2% OF TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SODIUM CITRATE, APPLE JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CORNSTARCH, COLORS (BLUE 1, RED 40, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6). GLUTEN-FREE.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Sour Fruit Chews contains 409 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 7.7g of fat, and 83.5g of carbohydrates (54.5g 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 Sour Fruit Chews Palm Oil Free?

No, Sour Fruit Chews contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm kernel, palm kernel oil, hydrogenated palm.

Does Sour Fruit Chews contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, CITRIC ACID, LESS THAN 2% OF TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SODIUM CITRATE, APPLE J...

What are the nutritional facts of Sour Fruit Chews?

Sour Fruit Chews contains 409 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 83.5g of carbohydrates, and 7.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Sour Fruit Chews?

Sour Fruit Chews lists 54.5 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).

Does Sour Fruit Chews contain palm oil?

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