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Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
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Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
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What we checked
This product on every diet
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is low in sugars, high 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)
CORN FLOUR (PROCESSED WITH LIME), VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND/OR SOYBEAN AND/OR CANOLA OILS), SEASONING [MALTODEXTRIN, CITRIC ACID SUGAR, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE HYDROLYZED SOYBEAN PROTEIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL. FLAVORS, H DROLYZED YEAST, SOYBEAN OIL, ONION POWDER, BLUE 1 LAK SODIUM BICARBONATE, CHILI PEPPER (CHILE), DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, TBHQ (ANTIOXIDANT). CONTAINS SOY MADE IN A FACILITY THAT MAY ALSO USE MILK, EG, WHEAT AND PEANUTS
Detailed analysis: why is Takis Bkue Heat not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Takis Bkue Heat 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, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: CORN FLOUR (PROCESSED WITH LIME), VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND/OR SOYBEAN AND/OR CANOLA OILS), SEASONING [MALTODEXTRIN, CITRIC ACID SUGAR, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE HYDROLYZED SOYBEAN PROTEIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL. FLAVORS, H DROLYZED YEAST, SOYBEAN OIL, ONION POWDER, BLUE 1 LAK SODIUM BICARBONATE, CHILI PEPPER (CHILE), DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, TBHQ (ANTIOXIDANT). CONTAINS SOY MADE IN A FACILITY THAT MAY ALSO USE MILK, EG, WHEAT AND PEANUTS. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Takis Bkue Heat contains 150 calories per 100g, with 2g of protein, 8g of fat, and 17g of carbohydrates (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 Takis Bkue Heat Palm Oil Free?
No, Takis Bkue Heat contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
Does Takis Bkue Heat contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: CORN FLOUR (PROCESSED WITH LIME), VEGETABLE OIL (PALM AND/OR SOYBEAN AND/OR CANOLA OILS), SEASONING [MALTODEXTRIN, CITRIC ACID SUGAR, POTASSIUM CHLORI...
What are the nutritional facts of Takis Bkue Heat?
Takis Bkue Heat contains 150 calories per 100g, with 2g of protein, 17g of carbohydrates, and 8g of fat.
How much sugar is in Takis Bkue Heat?
Takis Bkue Heat lists 1 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).
Is Takis Bkue Heat ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Takis Bkue Heat is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Takis Bkue Heat contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Takis Bkue Heat. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.