Shorties

Shorties

Marks & Spencer · all Marks & Spencer products checked

Target diet: Vegan

Shorties · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 4 more.

  • milk
  • butter
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • 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

WheatflourGlutenCalcium CarbonateIronNiacinThiaminSugarPalm Oil

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, butter, skimmed milk
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
494 kcal
Fat
22.7 g
Saturated fat
10.5 g
high
Carbohydrates
64.7 g
Sugars
23.1 g
high
Protein
6.5 g
Salt
0.9 g

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

Wheatflour, Gluten, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin, Sugar, Palm Oil, Salted Butter, Oatmeal, Invert Sugar Syrup, Skimmed Milk Powder, Salt, Raising Agent Sodium Bicarbonate, E503, Flavouring

Detailed analysis: why is Shorties not vegan?

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

  • milk
  • butter
  • skimmed milk
  • milk powder
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Wheatflour, Gluten, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin, Sugar, Palm Oil, Salted Butter, Oatmeal, Invert Sugar Syrup, Skimmed Milk Powder, Salt, Raising Agent Sodium Bicarbonate, E503, Flavouring. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Shorties contains 494 calories per 100g, with 6.5g of protein, 22.7g of fat, and 64.7g of carbohydrates (23.1g 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 Shorties Vegan?

No, Shorties is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, butter, skimmed milk and others.

Does Shorties contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Wheatflour, Gluten, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin, Sugar, Palm Oil, Salted Butter, Oatmeal, Invert Sugar Syrup, Skimmed Milk Powder, Salt, ...

What are the nutritional facts of Shorties?

Shorties contains 494 calories per 100g, with 6.5g of protein, 64.7g of carbohydrates, and 22.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Shorties?

Shorties lists 23.1 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 Shorties ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Shorties on a Vegan diet?

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