Chewy candy

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Target diet: Vegan

Chewy candy · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 2 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • Milk (allergen data)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

Sugarcorn syrupcondensed skim milkwheymalic acidsoy lecithinartificial colorsincluding fd&c red 40

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, whey, Milk (allergen data)
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
350 kcal
Fat
7.5 g
Saturated fat
1.3 g
low
Carbohydrates
70 g
Sugars
50 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
0 g
Salt
0.1 g
low

Per 100 g this product is low 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.

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

Ingredients (original text)

Sugar, corn syrup, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, condensed skim milk, whey, malic acid, artificial and natural flavors, soy lecithin, artificial colors (including fd&c red 40, yellow 5).

Detailed analysis: why is Chewy candy not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Chewy candy is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • whey
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, corn syrup, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, condensed skim milk, whey, malic acid, artificial and natural flavors, soy lecithin, artificial colors (including fd&c red 40, yellow 5).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Chewy candy contains 350 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 7.5g of fat, and 70g of carbohydrates (50g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-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 Chewy candy Vegan?

No, Chewy candy is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, Milk (allergen data).

Does Chewy candy contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, corn syrup, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, condensed skim milk, whey, malic acid, artificial and natural flavors, soy lecithin, artificial...

What are the nutritional facts of Chewy candy?

Chewy candy contains 350 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 70g of carbohydrates, and 7.5g of fat.

How much sugar is in Chewy candy?

Chewy candy lists 50 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 Chewy candy ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Chewy candy on a Vegan diet?

No, Chewy candy is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.