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Jaffa cakes - McVitie's
Jaffa cakes - McVitie's
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Barcode:
5000168205410(EAN / EAN-13)
Barcode:
5000168205410(EAN / EAN-13)
Brands: McVitie's
Categories: Snacks, Sweet snacks, Biscuits and cakes, Biscuits and crackers, Biscuits, Filled biscuits, Biscuit filled with fruit paste, Jaffa cakes
Countries where sold: Ireland
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Health
Nutrition
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Nutri-Score E
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-
What is the Nutri-Score?
The Nutri-Score is a logo on the overall nutritional quality of products.
The score from A to E is calculated based on nutrients and foods to favor (proteins, fiber, fruits, vegetables and legumes ...) and nutrients to limit (calories, saturated fat, sugars, salt). The score is calculated from the data of the nutrition facts table and the composition data (fruits, vegetables and legumes).
Negative points: 22/55
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Calories
4/10 points (1556kJ)
Energy intakes above energy requirements are associated with increased risks of weight gain, overweight, obesity, and consequently risk of diet-related chronic diseases.
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Sugar
14/15 points (50.2g)
A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
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Saturated fat
3/10 points (4g)
A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
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Salt
1/20 points (0.27g)
A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Positive points: 0/10
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Fiber
0/5 points (2.1g)
Consuming foods rich in fiber (especially whole grain foods) reduces the risks of aerodigestive cancers, cardiovascular diseases, obesity and diabetes.
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Fruits, vegetables and legumes
0/5 points (0.5%)
Consuming foods rich in fruits, vegetables and legumes reduces the risks of aerodigestive cancers, cardiovascular diseases, obesity and diabetes.
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Details of the calculation of the Nutri-Score
⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 0This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.
Points for proteins are not counted because the negative points greater than or equal to 11.
Nutritional score: 22 (22 - 0)
Nutri-Score: E
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Nutrient levels
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Fat in moderate quantity (8.1%)
What you need to know- A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat- Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
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Saturated fat in moderate quantity (4%)
What you need to know- A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat- Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
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Sugars in high quantity (50.2%)
What you need to know- A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
Recommendation: Limit the consumption of sugar and sugary drinks- Sugary drinks (such as sodas, fruit beverages, and fruit juices and nectars) should be limited as much as possible (no more than 1 glass a day).
- Choose products with lower sugar content and reduce the consumption of products with added sugars.
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Salt in low quantity (0.27%)
What you need to know- A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
- Many people who have high blood pressure do not know it, as there are often no symptoms.
- Most people consume too much salt (on average 9 to 12 grams per day), around twice the recommended maximum level of intake.
Recommendation: Limit the consumption of salt and salted food- Reduce the quantity of salt used when cooking, and don't salt again at the table.
- Limit the consumption of salty snacks and choose products with lower salt content.
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Nutrition facts
Nutrition facts As sold
for 100 g / 100 mlCompared to: Biscuit filled with fruit paste Energy 1,556 kj
(372 kcal)-7% Fat 8.1 g -31% Saturated fat 4 g -31% Carbohydrates 69.8 g +4% Sugars 50.2 g +19% Fiber 2.1 g -20% Proteins 5 g +10% Salt 0.27 g +9% Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis) 0.484 %
Ingredients
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48 ingredients
glucose-fructose syrup, plain chocolate (19%) [sugar, cocoa mass, vegetable fats (palm, shea), butter oil (milk), cocoa butter, emulsifiers (soya lecithin, e476), natural flavouring], sugar, flour (wheat flour, calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), whole egg, water, dextrose, concentrated orange juice (8% orange juice equivalent), glucose syrup, vegetable oils (sunflower, palm), humectant (glycerine), gelling agent (pectin), acid (citric acid), raising agents (ammonium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate, sodium bicarbonate), dried whole egg, acidity regulator (šodium citrates), natural orange flavouring, colour (curcumin), emulsifier (soya lecithin). for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. for best before see side of pack.Allergens: Eggs, 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: E100 - Curcumin
- Additive: E322 - Lecithins
- Additive: E422 - Glycerol
- Additive: E440 - Pectins
- Additive: E450 - Diphosphates
- Additive: E476 - Polyglycerol polyricinoleate
- Ingredient: Colour
- Ingredient: Dextrose
- Ingredient: Emulsifier
- Ingredient: Flavouring
- Ingredient: Gelling agent
- Ingredient: Glucose
- Ingredient: Glucose syrup
- Ingredient: Humectant
Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:
- Unprocessed or minimally processed foods
- Processed culinary ingredients
- Processed foods
- Ultra processed foods
The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.
Additives
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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.
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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.
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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.
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E422 - Glycerol
Glycerol: Glycerol -; also called glycerine or glycerin; see spelling differences- is a simple polyol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is found in all lipids known as triglycerides. It is widely used in the food industry as a sweetener and humectant and in pharmaceutical formulations. Glycerol has three hydroxyl groups that are responsible for its solubility in water and its hygroscopic nature.Source: Wikipedia
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E440 - Pectins
Pectins (E440) are natural carbohydrates, predominantly found in fruits, that act as gelling agents in the food industry, creating the desirable jelly-like texture in jams, jellies, and marmalades.
Pectins stabilize and thicken various food products, such as desserts, confectioneries, and beverages, ensuring a uniform consistency and quality.
Recognized as safe by various health authorities, pectins have been widely used without notable adverse effects when consumed in typical dietary amounts.
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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.
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E476 - Polyglycerol polyricinoleate
Polyglycerol polyricinoleate: Polyglycerol polyricinoleate -PGPR-, E476, is an emulsifier made from glycerol and fatty acids -usually from castor bean, but also from soybean oil-. In chocolate, compound chocolate and similar coatings, PGPR is mainly used with another substance like lecithin to reduce viscosity. It is used at low levels -below 0.5%-, and works by decreasing the friction between the solid particles -e.g. cacao, sugar, milk- in molten chocolate, reducing the yield stress so that it flows more easily, approaching the behaviour of a Newtonian fluid. It can also be used as an emulsifier in spreads and in salad dressings, or to improve the texture of baked goods. It is made up of a short chain of glycerol molecules connected by ether bonds, with ricinoleic acid side chains connected by ester bonds. PGPR is a yellowish, viscous liquid, and is strongly lipophilic: it is soluble in fats and oils and insoluble in water and ethanol.Source: Wikipedia
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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.
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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.
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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
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E503ii - Ammonium hydrogen carbonate
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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Palm oil
Ingredients that contain palm oil: Palm, Palm oil
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Non-vegan
Non-vegan ingredients: Butterfat, Whole egg, Whole eggSome ingredients could not be recognized.
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Vegetarian status unknown
Unrecognized ingredients: Calcium, Iron, Thiamin, Orange-juice-equivalent, Šodium-citrates, For-best-before-see-side-of-packSome ingredients could not be recognized.
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Details of the analysis of the ingredients
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en: glucose-fructose syrup, plain chocolate 19% (sugar, cocoa mass, vegetable fats (palm, shea), butter oil, cocoa butter, emulsifiers (soya lecithin, e476), natural flavouring), sugar, flour (wheat flour, calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), whole egg, water, dextrose, concentrated orange juice (orange juice equivalent), glucose syrup, sunflower vegetable oils, palm vegetable oils, humectant (glycerine), gelling agent (pectin), acid (citric acid), raising agents (ammonium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate, sodium bicarbonate), whole egg, acidity regulator (šodium citrates), natural orange flavouring, colour (curcumin), emulsifier (soya lecithin), including cereals containing gluten, for best before see side of pack- glucose-fructose syrup -> en:glucose-fructose-syrup - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 31077
- plain chocolate -> en:dark-chocolate - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31074 - percent: 19
- sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016
- cocoa mass -> en:cocoa-paste - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 16030
- vegetable fats -> en:vegetable-fat - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: maybe
- palm -> en:palm - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16129
- shea -> en:shea-butter - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - ciqual_food_code: 16110
- butter oil -> en:butterfat - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - ciqual_food_code: 16401
- cocoa butter -> en:cocoa-butter - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16030
- emulsifiers -> en:emulsifier
- soya lecithin -> en:soya-lecithin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 42200
- e476 -> en:e476 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- natural flavouring -> en:natural-flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe
- sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016
- flour -> en:flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9410
- wheat flour -> en:wheat-flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9410
- calcium -> en:calcium
- iron -> en:iron
- niacin -> en:e375 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe
- thiamin -> en:thiamin
- whole egg -> en:whole-egg - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 22000
- water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066
- dextrose -> en:dextrose - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016
- concentrated orange juice -> en:concentrated-orange-juice - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 2070
- orange juice equivalent -> en:orange-juice-equivalent
- glucose syrup -> en:glucose-syrup - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016
- sunflower vegetable oils -> en:sunflower-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - ciqual_food_code: 17440
- palm vegetable oils -> en:palm-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16129
- humectant -> en:humectant
- glycerine -> en:e422 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe
- gelling agent -> en:gelling-agent
- pectin -> en:e440a - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- acid -> en:acid
- citric acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- raising agents -> en:raising-agent
- ammonium bicarbonate -> en:e503ii - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- disodium diphosphate -> en:e450i - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- sodium bicarbonate -> en:e500ii - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- whole egg -> en:whole-egg - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 22000
- acidity regulator -> en:acidity-regulator
- šodium citrates -> en:šodium-citrates
- natural orange flavouring -> en:natural-orange-flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe
- colour -> en:colour
- curcumin -> en:e100 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- emulsifier -> en:emulsifier
- soya lecithin -> en:soya-lecithin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 42200
- including cereals containing gluten -> en:cereals-containing-gluten - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes
- for best before see side of pack -> en:for-best-before-see-side-of-pack
Environment
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Eco-Score C - Moderate environmental impact
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Average impact of products of the same category: B (Score: 75/100)
Category: Dried sponge cake filled with fruits and covered with chocolate
Category: Dried sponge cake filled with fruits and covered with chocolate
- PEF environmental score: 0.31 (the lower the score, the lower the impact)
- including impact on climate change: 1.82 kg CO2 eq/kg of product
Stage Impact Agriculture Processing Packaging Transportation Distribution Consumption
Bonuses and maluses
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Missing origins of ingredients information
Malus: -5
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Ingredients that threatens species
Malus: -10
Contains palm oil
Tropical forests in Asia, Africa and Latin America are destroyed to create and expand oil palm tree plantations. The deforestation contributes to climate change, and it endangers species such as the orangutan, the pigmy elephant and the Sumatran rhino.
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Malus: -15
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Eco-Score for this product
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Impact for this product: C (Score: 45/100)
Product: Jaffa cakes - McVitie's
Life cycle analysis score: 75
Sum of bonuses and maluses: -30
Final score: 45/100
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Carbon footprint
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Equal to driving 0.9 km in a petrol car
182 g CO₂e per 100g of product
The carbon emission figure comes from ADEME's Agribalyse database, for the category: Dried sponge cake filled with fruits and covered with chocolate (Source: ADEME Agribalyse Database)
Stage Impact Agriculture Processing Packaging Transportation Distribution Consumption
Packaging
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Transportation
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Origins of ingredients
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Threatened species
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Contains palm oil
Drives deforestation and threatens species such as the orangutan
Tropical forests in Asia, Africa and Latin America are destroyed to create and expand oil palm tree plantations. The deforestation contributes to climate change, and it endangers species such as the orangutan, the pigmy elephant and the Sumatran rhino.
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