hi-chew

hi-chew

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Target diet: Vegan

hi-chew · Vegan

No, skip it.

gelatin.

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Deciding ingredient

gelatin

On the label

sockervegetabilisk FLAVO oljaPalmoljaGelatinaromerE296kJ/kca GRASSESFATTY ACIDS/ ETTSAUREN/

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsgelatin
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
420 kcal
Fat
9 g
Saturated fat
9 g
high
Carbohydrates
82 g
Sugars
62 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
2 g
Salt
0 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.

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

Ingredients (original text)

Hi-Chew Strawberry GB Ingredienser: Fruktos sirap, socker, vegetabilisk FLAVO olja (Palmolja), Gelatin, aromer, GLUC OFFA konserveringsmedel(E296), CON ATION NAHRWERTE ПONNELLES NERGIE (kJ/kca GRASSES ( FATTY ACIDS/ ETTSAUREN/ ( ATUCES PLEA surhetsreglerandemedel (E330),juice koncentrat från jordgubbar, emulgeringsmedel (E473, E491), GLUK lila morot juicekoncentrat (för färg), lecitin (SOJA). LEYDRATE SCHM Näringsinnehåll per 100g: Energi: 1757kJ/

Detailed analysis: why is hi-chew not vegan?

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

  • gelatin

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Hi-Chew Strawberry GB Ingredienser: Fruktos sirap, socker, vegetabilisk FLAVO olja (Palmolja), Gelatin, aromer, GLUC OFFA konserveringsmedel(E296), CON ATION NAHRWERTE ПONNELLES NERGIE (kJ/kca GRASSES ( FATTY ACIDS/ ETTSAUREN/ ( ATUCES PLEA surhetsreglerandemedel (E330),juice koncentrat från jordgubbar, emulgeringsmedel (E473, E491), GLUK lila morot juicekoncentrat (för färg), lecitin (SOJA). LEYDRATE SCHM Näringsinnehåll per 100g: Energi: 1757kJ/. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

hi-chew contains 420 calories per 100g, with 2g of protein, 9g of fat, and 82g of carbohydrates (62g 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 hi-chew Vegan?

No, hi-chew is generally not Vegan because it contains gelatin.

Does hi-chew contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Hi-Chew Strawberry GB Ingredienser: Fruktos sirap, socker, vegetabilisk FLAVO olja (Palmolja), Gelatin, aromer, GLUC OFFA konserveringsmedel(E296), CO...

What are the nutritional facts of hi-chew?

hi-chew contains 420 calories per 100g, with 2g of protein, 82g of carbohydrates, and 9g of fat.

How much sugar is in hi-chew?

hi-chew lists 62 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 hi-chew ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat hi-chew on a Vegan diet?

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