Kit Kat

Why this score

• High in sugar, saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 54 g (−1.5); high saturated fat 17 g (−1.5) (total −3.0).

Ingredients (17)

• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric value, minimal nutrients.
• 8Cocoa butterNatural cocoa fat; unrefined source of healthy fats.
• 5Wheat flourRefined grain with minimal fiber; moderately processed.
• 5ChocolateProcessed chocolate; contains cocoa but also added sugars and fats.
• 7LactoseNatural milk sugar, wholesome but problematic for intolerant
• 8Skim milkMinimally processed, excellent protein and calcium source
• 4Palm oilHighly processed fat; high in saturated fat; sustainability concerns
• 4Palm Kernel OilHighly saturated fat; linked to environmental concerns.
• 8Milk fatNatural dairy fat; acceptable in moderation.
• 7Lecithin soyNaturally derived emulsifier; processed but generally safe in typical amounts
• 5PGPRPolyglycerol polyricinoleate; synthetic emulsifier, safety profile acceptable but artificial.
• 5VanillinSynthetic flavoring, safe but not a whole food source
• 6SaltSodium chloride; natural preservative and flavoring.
• 8YeastNatural leavening agent; fermentation aids digestibility.
• 7Baking sodaNatural mineral, safe leavening agent, minimal processing required
• 8MilkWhole food, good protein and calcium source, minimally processed
• 8WheatGrain ingredient; nutritious but refined form lacks whole grain benefits.

Allergens

Contains: gluten, milk, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.