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At a glance
Ginger Nuts (McVitie's) is a product in the category “Biscuits”. It provides 505 kcal (2,133 kJ) per 100 g. One serving of 1 cookie (10.1 g) contains about 51 kcal, or 3% of an adult's daily energy reference intake. It contains 48% more sugar than the median product in its category. It contains 15% more saturated fat than the median product in its category. It contains 68% more salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 4 additives: E450 - Diphosphates, E450i - Disodium diphosphate, E500 - Sodium carbonates, and E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate. It is sold in France, Ireland, Spain, and United Kingdom.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition facts | Per 100 g / 100 ml | % RI* | Per serving (1 cookie (10.1 g)) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 2,133 kJ / 505 kcal | 25% | 215 kJ / 51 kcal |
| Fat | 23 g | 33% | 2.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 8.3 g | 42% | 0.84 g |
| Carbohydrates | 71 g | 27% | 7.2 g |
| Sugars | 37 g | 41% | 3.7 g |
| Added sugars | 28 g | 2.9 g | |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0% | 0 g |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | 0.44 g |
| Salt | 0.93 g | 15% | 0.09 g |
| Fruits, vegetables & legumes | 0 % |
*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).
Compared with similar products
Median values of 6,363 products in the category “Biscuits”.
Ingredients
Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Molasses, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate), Ground Ginger, Salt, Natural Lemon and Ginger Flavouring.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ginger Nuts?
Ginger Nuts contains 505 kcal per 100 g, which is about 51 kcal per serving of 1 cookie (10.1 g).
Does Ginger Nuts contain palm oil?
Yes, the ingredient list of Ginger Nuts includes palm oil or a palm-derived ingredient.
Which additives does Ginger Nuts contain?
Ginger Nuts contains E450 - Diphosphates, E450i - Disodium diphosphate, E500 - Sodium carbonates, and E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate.
Which allergens are in Ginger Nuts?
According to Open Food Facts, the label of Ginger Nuts lists these allergens: Gluten. Always check the package.
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