Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit

Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit

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Target diet: Vegan

Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit · Vegan

No, skip it.

lait, and 1 more.

  • lait
  • Milk (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

lait

On the label

Farine55%)farine de blécalciumferniacinethiaminehuile de palme

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientslait, Milk (allergen data)
Open Food Facts analysisCould not verify

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
483 kcal
Fat
21.3 g
Saturated fat
10.1 g
high
Carbohydrates
63.6 g
Sugars
15.1 g
Fibre
3.7 g
Protein
7 g
Salt
1.3 g

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

Farine (55%) (farine de blé, calcium, fer, niacine, thiamine), huile de palme, farine de blé complète (16%), sucre, sirop de sucre inverti, poudres à lever (carbonates de sodium, acide malique, carbonates d'ammonium), sel. Pour les allergènes, incluant les céréales contenant du gluten, voir les ingrédients en gras. Peut aussi contenir lait.

Detailed analysis: why is Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • lait
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Farine (55%) (farine de blé, calcium, fer, niacine, thiamine), huile de palme, farine de blé complète (16%), sucre, sirop de sucre inverti, poudres à lever (carbonates de sodium, acide malique, carbonates d'ammonium), sel. Pour les allergènes, incluant les céréales contenant du gluten, voir les ingrédients en gras. Peut aussi contenir lait.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit contains 483 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 21.3g of fat, and 63.6g of carbohydrates (15.1g 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 Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit Vegan?

No, Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit is generally not Vegan because it contains lait, Milk (allergen data).

Does Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Farine (55%) (farine de blé, calcium, fer, niacine, thiamine), huile de palme, farine de blé complète (16%), sucre, sirop de sucre inverti, poudres à ...

What are the nutritional facts of Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit?

Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit contains 483 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 63.6g of carbohydrates, and 21.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit?

Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit lists 15.1 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit on a Vegan diet?

No, Digestives The Original Wheat Biscuit is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.