Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums
Marks & Spencers · all Marks & Spencers products checked
Target diet: Vegan
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beeswax.
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
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)
clucose syrup - sugar modified potato starch · dextrose modified tapioca starch fruit juice from concentrates (3%) (apple, elderberry) acid: citric acid, malic acid, lactic acid potato protein - flavourings fruit and vegetable concentrates (red grape, elderberry, radish, apple, blackcurrant)· glazing agent: beeswax · caramelised sugar syrup.
Detailed analysis: why is Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums not vegan?
Our analysis indicates that Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- beeswax
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: clucose syrup - sugar modified potato starch · dextrose modified tapioca starch fruit juice from concentrates (3%) (apple, elderberry) acid: citric acid, malic acid, lactic acid potato protein - flavourings fruit and vegetable concentrates (red grape, elderberry, radish, apple, blackcurrant)· glazing agent: beeswax · caramelised sugar syrup.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums contains 345.9 calories per 100g, with 0.8g of protein, 0.2g of fat, and 85.4g of carbohydrates (59.7g 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 Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums Vegan?
No, Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums is generally not Vegan because it contains beeswax.
Does Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: clucose syrup - sugar modified potato starch · dextrose modified tapioca starch fruit juice from concentrates (3%) (apple, elderberry) acid: citric ac...
What are the nutritional facts of Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums?
Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums contains 345.9 calories per 100g, with 0.8g of protein, 85.4g of carbohydrates, and 0.2g of fat.
How much sugar is in Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums?
Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums lists 59.7 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 Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums on a Vegan diet?
No, Percy Pig soft fruit flavour gums is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.