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Lemon meringue-a-tang - M&S Food - 91g

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Lemon meringue-a-tang - M&S Food - 91g

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Barcode: 29136094

Quantity: 91g

Packaging: Plastic tray

Brands: M&S Food

Categories: Snacks, Sweet snacks, Biscuits and cakes, Cakes

Labels, certifications, awards: N/a

Origin of ingredients: United Kingdom

Traceability code: FSC-C011534

Stores: Marks & Spencer

Countries where sold: United Kingdom

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Ingredients

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    37 ingredients

    Sugar Unsalted Butter (Milk) - Wheatflour contains Gluten (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin) - Pasteurised Egg Rapeseed Oil Palm Oil - Humectant Glycerol Lemon Zest Dried Whole Milk - Dried Whey (Milk)- Concentrated Lemon Juice Modified Maize Starch Palm Kernel Oil-Rolled Oats Raising Agent: Sodium Bicarbonate, E450, E503, Calcium Phosphates-Butter Oil (Milk) Glucose Syrup Emulsifier. E471, E477, E481, Soya Lecithin - Partially Inverted Sugar Syrup-Wholemeal Wheatflour (contains Gluten) Dried Egg White - Salt-Wheat Gluten - Flavourings - Gelling Agent Agar - Dried Skimmed Milk Lemon Oil nut Colour. Lutein, Carotenes Acidity Regulator. Citric Acid. For allergens see ingredients in bold. Not suitable for Nut and Peanut allergy sufferers. Suitable for vegetarians STORAGE For Best Before, see top of pack. Store in a cool dry place. Not suitable for freezing. Once opened, store in an airtight container. for lerg
    Allergens: Gluten, Milk, Soybeans

Food processing

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    Ultra processed foods

    Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

    • Additive: E161b - Lutein
    • Additive: E322 - Lecithins
    • Additive: E406 - Agar
    • Additive: E450 - Diphosphates
    • Additive: E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
    • Additive: E477 - Propane-1‚2-diol esters of fatty acids
    • Additive: E481 - Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate
    • Ingredient: Flavouring
    • Ingredient: Gelling agent
    • Ingredient: Whey

    Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:

    1. Unprocessed or minimally processed foods
    2. Processed culinary ingredients
    3. Processed foods
    4. Ultra processed foods

    The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.

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Additives

  • E322 - Lecithins

    Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

    Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

    They do not present any known health risks.

  • E322i - Lecithin

    Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

    Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

    They do not present any known health risks.

  • E330 - Citric acid

    Citric acid is a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

    It is widely used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative due to its tart and refreshing taste.

    Citric acid is safe for consumption when used in moderation and is considered a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive by regulatory agencies worldwide.

  • E406 - Agar

    Agar: Agar -pronounced , sometimes - or agar-agar is a jelly-like substance, obtained from red algae.Agar is a mixture of two components: the linear polysaccharide agarose, and a heterogeneous mixture of smaller molecules called agaropectin. It forms the supporting structure in the cell walls of certain species of algae, and is released on boiling. These algae are known as agarophytes, and belong to the Rhodophyta -red algae- phylum.Agar has been used as an ingredient in desserts throughout Asia, and also as a solid substrate to contain culture media for microbiological work. Agar can be used as a laxative, an appetite suppressant, a vegetarian substitute for gelatin, a thickener for soups, in fruit preserves, ice cream, and other desserts, as a clarifying agent in brewing, and for sizing paper and fabrics.The gelling agent in agar is an unbranched polysaccharide obtained from the cell walls of some species of red algae, primarily from tengusa -Gelidiaceae- and ogonori -Gracilaria-. For commercial purposes, it is derived primarily from ogonori. In chemical terms, agar is a polymer made up of subunits of the sugar galactose.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E450 - Diphosphates

    Diphosphates (E450) are food additives often utilized to modify the texture of products, acting as leavening agents in baking and preventing the coagulation of canned food.

    These salts can stabilize whipped cream and are also found in powdered products to maintain their flow properties. They are commonly present in baked goods, processed meats, and soft drinks.

    Derived from phosphoric acid, they're part of our daily phosphate intake, which often surpasses recommended levels due to the prevalence of phosphates in processed foods and drinks.

    Excessive phosphate consumption is linked to health issues, such as impaired kidney function and weakened bone health. Though diphosphates are generally regarded as safe when consumed within established acceptable daily intakes, it's imperative to monitor overall phosphate consumption to maintain optimal health.

  • E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

    Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), are food additives commonly used as emulsifiers in various processed foods.

    These compounds consist of glycerol molecules linked to one or two fatty acid chains, which help stabilize and blend water and oil-based ingredients. E471 enhances the texture and shelf life of products like margarine, baked goods, and ice cream, ensuring a smooth and consistent texture.

    It is generally considered safe for consumption within established regulatory limits.

  • E481 - Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate

    Sodium stearoyl lactylate: Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate -sodium stearoyl lactylate or SSL- is a versatile, FDA approved food additive used to improve the mix tolerance and volume of processed foods. It is one type of a commercially available lactylate. SSL is non-toxic, biodegradable, and typically manufactured using biorenewable feedstocks. Because SSL is a safe and highly effective food additive, it is used in a wide variety of products ranging from baked goods and desserts to pet foods.As described by the Food Chemicals Codex 7th edition, SSL is a cream-colored powder or brittle solid. SSL is currently manufactured by the esterification of stearic acid with lactic acid and partially neutralized with either food-grade soda ash -sodium carbonate- or caustic soda -concentrated sodium hydroxide-. Commercial grade SSL is a mixture of sodium salts of stearoyl lactylic acids and minor proportions of other sodium salts of related acids. The HLB for SSL is 10-12. SSL is slightly hygroscopic, soluble in ethanol and in hot oil or fat, and dispersible in warm water. These properties are the reason that SSL is an excellent emulsifier for fat-in-water emulsions and can also function as a humectant.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E500 - Sodium carbonates

    Sodium carbonates (E500) are compounds commonly used in food preparation as leavening agents, helping baked goods rise by releasing carbon dioxide when they interact with acids.

    Often found in baking soda, they regulate the pH of food, preventing it from becoming too acidic or too alkaline. In the culinary world, sodium carbonates can also enhance the texture and structure of foods, such as noodles, by modifying the gluten network.

    Generally recognized as safe, sodium carbonates are non-toxic when consumed in typical amounts found in food.

  • E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate

    Sodium hydrogen carbonate, also known as E500ii, is a food additive commonly used as a leavening agent.

    When added to recipes, it releases carbon dioxide gas upon exposure to heat or acids, causing dough to rise and resulting in a light, fluffy texture in baked goods.

    It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities when used in appropriate quantities and poses no significant health risks when consumed in typical food applications.

  • E503 - Ammonium carbonates

    Ammonium carbonate: Ammonium carbonate is a salt with the chemical formula -NH4-2CO3. Since it readily degrades to gaseous ammonia and carbon dioxide upon heating, it is used as a leavening agent and also as smelling salt. It is also known as baker's ammonia and was a predecessor to the more modern leavening agents baking soda and baking powder. It is a component of what was formerly known as sal volatile and salt of hartshorn.
    Source: Wikipedia

Ingredients analysis

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    Non-vegan

    Non-vegan ingredients: Whey, Egg white

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    Vegetarian status unknown

    Unrecognized ingredients: Sugar-unsalted-butter, Iron, Thiamin, Pasteurised-egg-rapeseed-oil-palm-oil, Humectant-glycerol-lemon-zest-dried-whole-milk, Concentrated-lemon-juice-modified-maize-starch-palm-kernel-oil-rolled-oats-raising-agent, Calcium-phosphates-butter-oil, Glucose-syrup-emulsifier, Partially-inverted-sugar-syrup-wholemeal-wheatflour, Salt-wheat-gluten, Dried-skimmed-milk-lemon-oil-nut-colour, Carotenes-acidity-regulator, Not-suitable-for-nut-and-peanut-allergy-sufferers, See-top-of-pack, Store-in-a-cool-dry-place, Not-suitable-for-freezing, Once-opened, Store-in-an-airtight-container, For-lerg

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    : Sugar Unsalted Butter (with Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Pasteurised Egg Rapeseed Oil Palm Oil, Humectant Glycerol Lemon Zest Dried Whole Milk, Whey, Concentrated Lemon Juice Modified Maize Starch Palm Kernel Oil-Rolled Oats Raising Agent (Sodium Bicarbonate), e450, e503, Calcium Phosphates-Butter Oil, Glucose Syrup Emulsifier, e471, e477, e481, Soya Lecithin, Partially Inverted Sugar Syrup-Wholemeal Wheatflour, Egg White, Salt-Wheat Gluten, Flavourings, Gelling Agent (Agar), Dried Skimmed Milk Lemon Oil nut Colour, Lutein, Carotenes Acidity Regulator, Citric Acid, Not suitable for Nut and Peanut allergy sufferers, STORAGE For Best Before, see top of pack, Store in a cool dry place, Not suitable for freezing, Once opened, store in an airtight container, for lerg
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      4. Niacin -> en:e375 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 25
      5. Thiamin -> en:thiamin - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20
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    3. Humectant Glycerol Lemon Zest Dried Whole Milk -> en:humectant-glycerol-lemon-zest-dried-whole-milk - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 33.3333333333333
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    5. Concentrated Lemon Juice Modified Maize Starch Palm Kernel Oil-Rolled Oats Raising Agent -> en:concentrated-lemon-juice-modified-maize-starch-palm-kernel-oil-rolled-oats-raising-agent - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20
      1. Sodium Bicarbonate -> en:e500ii - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20
    6. e450 -> en:e450 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 16.6666666666667
    7. e503 -> en:e503 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 14.2857142857143
    8. Calcium Phosphates-Butter Oil -> en:calcium-phosphates-butter-oil - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 12.5
    9. Glucose Syrup Emulsifier -> en:glucose-syrup-emulsifier - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 11.1111111111111
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    11. e477 -> en:e477 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 9.09090909090909
    12. e481 -> en:e481 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 8.33333333333333
    13. Soya Lecithin -> en:soya-lecithin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 42200 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 7.69230769230769
    14. Partially Inverted Sugar Syrup-Wholemeal Wheatflour -> en:partially-inverted-sugar-syrup-wholemeal-wheatflour - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 7.14285714285714
    15. Egg White -> en:egg-white - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 22001 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 6.66666666666667
    16. Salt-Wheat Gluten -> en:salt-wheat-gluten - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 6.25
    17. Flavourings -> en:flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5
    18. Gelling Agent -> en:gelling-agent - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5
      1. Agar -> en:e406 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11084 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5
    19. Dried Skimmed Milk Lemon Oil nut Colour -> en:dried-skimmed-milk-lemon-oil-nut-colour - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5
    20. Lutein -> en:e161b - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5
    21. Carotenes Acidity Regulator -> en:carotenes-acidity-regulator - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 4.76190476190476
    22. Citric Acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 4.54545454545455
    23. Not suitable for Nut and Peanut allergy sufferers -> en:not-suitable-for-nut-and-peanut-allergy-sufferers - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 4.34782608695652
    24. STORAGE For Best Before -> en:storage-for-best-before - labels: en:vegetarian - vegetarian: en:yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 4.16666666666667
    25. see top of pack -> en:see-top-of-pack - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 4
    26. Store in a cool dry place -> en:store-in-a-cool-dry-place - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 3.84615384615385
    27. Not suitable for freezing -> en:not-suitable-for-freezing - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 3.7037037037037
    28. Once opened -> en:once-opened - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 3.57142857142857
    29. store in an airtight container -> en:store-in-an-airtight-container - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 3.44827586206897
    30. for lerg -> en:for-lerg - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 3.33333333333333

Nutrition

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    Bad nutritional quality

    ⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 0

    This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

    Positive points: 0

    • Proteins: 1 / 5 (value: 3, rounded value: 3)
    • Fiber: 0 / 5 (value: 0.5, rounded value: 0.5)
    • Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 0, rounded value: 0)

    Negative points: 23

    • Energy: 5 / 10 (value: 1847, rounded value: 1847)
    • Sugars: 9 / 10 (value: 44, rounded value: 44)
    • Saturated fat: 8 / 10 (value: 8.1, rounded value: 8.1)
    • Sodium: 1 / 10 (value: 152, rounded value: 152)

    The points for proteins are not counted because the negative points are greater or equal to 11.

    Nutritional score: (23 - 0)

    Nutri-Score:

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    Nutrition facts

    Nutrition facts As sold
    for 100 g / 100 ml     		As sold
    per serving (100g)     		Compared to: Cakes
    Energy 1,847 kj
    (441 kcal)     		1,850 kj
    (441 kcal)     		+13%
    Fat 20.5 g 20.5 g +16%
    Saturated fat 8.1 g 8.1 g +21%
    Carbohydrates 60.8 g 60.8 g +16%
    Sugars 44 g 44 g +50%
    Fiber 0.5 g 0.5 g -72%
    Proteins 3 g 3 g -41%
    Salt 0.38 g 0.38 g -45%
    Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis) 0 % 0 %
Serving size: 100g

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