Marie Gold Biscuits

gold

Why this score

• Capped: contains Invert sugar syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Artificial Flavoursynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in saturated fat; medium sugar, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high saturated fat; medium sugar, salt (−0.9).

Ingredients (13)

• 5Wheat flourRefined grain flour; less nutritious than whole wheat but acceptable.
• 3SugarsHighly refined, provides empty calories with minimal nutrition
• 4Palm oilHighly processed, high in saturated fat
• 4Invert sugar syrupHighly processed sweetener, empty calories, no nutritional value
• 5Sweetened Condensed MilkProcessed dairy product high in sugar; nutritional value unclear
• 8Capsicum extractPepper derivative; natural, concentrated source of beneficial capsaicinoids
• 8Skim Milk PowderMinimally processed dairy, good protein and calcium source
• 6Leavening agentsFood processing agents; acceptable for baking but artificial.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; acceptable in moderation.
• 5Dough ConditionerUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 3Sodium MetabisulphiteArtificial preservative; can cause reactions in sensitive individuals
• 2Artificial FlavourSynthetic chemical; no nutritional value, potential health concerns
• 3Caramel ColourArtificial coloring; some studies suggest potential health concerns

Allergens

Contains: gluten, milk, sesame

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.