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Becel ProActiv Light - 250g

Becel ProActiv Light - 250g

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Barcode: 5208069001845 (EAN / EAN-13)

Quantity: 250g

Packaging: Plastic

Brands: Becel

Categories: Plant-based foods and beverages, Plant-based foods, Fats, Spreads, Plant-based spreads, Salted spreads, Spreadable fats, Vegetable fats, Margarines, Light margarines

Labels, certifications, awards: Vegetarian, Vegan, European Vegetarian Union, European Vegetarian Union Vegan

Countries where sold: Greece

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Ingredients

28 ingredients

Water, vegetable oils 14% (sunflower oil, linseed oil, rapeseed oil), vegetable sterol esters (9%) ", vegetable fats 49% (palm oil) modified starch, emulsifiers (mono - & di-glycerides of fatty acids, sunflower lecithin, polyol acid), acidifier (citric acid), preservative (potassium sorbate), natural flavorings vitamins A, B1, B2 B6, B12, D2, E and folic acid, pigment (carotene).

Food processing

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

Additive: E14XX - Modified Starch

Additive: E322 - Lecithins

Additive: E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

Ingredient: Emulsifier
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.

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Additives

E14XX - Modified Starch

E202 - Potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic food preservative commonly used to extend the shelf life of various food products.

It works by inhibiting the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria, preventing spoilage. When added to foods, it helps maintain their freshness and quality.

Some studies have shown that when combined with nitrites, potassium sorbate have genotoxic activity in vitro. However, potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities.

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.

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.

Ingredients analysis

Palm oil

Ingredients that contain palm oil: Palm oil

Vegan
No non-vegan ingredients

Unrecognized ingredients: Vegetable-sterol-esters, , Polyol-acid, Natural-flavorings-vitamins, Thiamin, B2-b6, Vitamin b12, Vitamin E, Folic acid, Pigment
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Vegetarian
No non-vegetarian ingredients detected

Unrecognized ingredients: Vegetable-sterol-esters, , Polyol-acid, Natural-flavorings-vitamins, Thiamin, B2-b6, Vitamin b12, Vitamin E, Folic acid, Pigment
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en: Water, vegetable oils 14% (sunflower oil, linseed oil, rapeseed oil), vegetable sterol esters 9%, ", vegetable fats 49% (palm oil), modified starch, emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, sunflower lecithin, polyol acid), acidifier (citric acid), preservative (potassium sorbate), natural flavorings vitamins, vitamin A, vitamin B1, B2 B6, vitamin B12, vitamin D2, vitamin E, folic acid, pigment (carotene)
Water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066

vegetable oils -> en:vegetable-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent: 14

sunflower oil -> en:sunflower-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - ciqual_food_code: 17440

linseed oil -> en:linseed-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - ciqual_food_code: 17180

rapeseed oil -> en:rapeseed-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no

vegetable sterol esters -> en:vegetable-sterol-esters - percent: 9

" -> en:

vegetable fats -> en:vegetable-fat - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent: 49

palm oil -> en:palm-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16129

modified starch -> en:modified-starch - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9510

emulsifiers -> en:emulsifier

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids -> en:e471 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - from_palm_oil: maybe

sunflower lecithin -> en:sunflower-lecithin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

polyol acid -> en:polyol-acid

acidifier -> en:acid

citric acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

preservative -> en:preservative

potassium sorbate -> en:e202 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

natural flavorings vitamins -> en:natural-flavorings-vitamins

vitamin A -> en:vitamin-a - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

vitamin B1 -> en:thiamin

B2 B6 -> en:b2-b6

vitamin B12 -> en:vitamin-b12

vitamin D2 -> en:ergocalciferol - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

vitamin E -> en:vitamin-e

folic acid -> en:folic-acid

pigment -> en:pigment

carotene -> en:e160a - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - from_palm_oil: maybe

Nutrition

Average nutritional quality
⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fiber is not specified, their possible positive contribution to the grade could not be taken into account.

⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 3
This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

The product is in the fats category, the points for saturated fat are replaced by the points for the saturated fat / fat ratio.

Positive points: 0

Proteins: 0 / 5 (value: 0.5, rounded value: 0.5)

Fiber: 0 / 5 (value: 0, rounded value: 0)

Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 3.5, rounded value: 3.5)

Negative points: 7

Energy: 2 / 10 (value: 906, rounded value: 906)

Sugars: 0 / 10 (value: 0.5, rounded value: 0.5)

Saturated fat / fat ratio: 3 / 10 (value: 22.6086956521739, rounded value: 22.6)

Sodium: 2 / 10 (value: 200, rounded value: 200)

The points for proteins are counted because the negative points are less than 11.

Nutritional score: (7 - 0)

Nutri-Score:
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Nutrient levels
- Fat in high quantity (23%)
  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.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Saturated fat in high quantity (5.2%)
  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.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Sugars in low quantity (0.5%)
  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.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
- Salt in moderate quantity (0.5%)
  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.
  
  Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Fact sheet - Salt reduction
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Salt: the facts

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts	As sold for 100 g / 100 ml	As sold per serving (10g)	Compared to: Light margarines
Energy	906 kj (218 kcal)	90.6 kj (21 kcal)	-50%
Fat	23 g	2.3 g	-52%
Saturated fat	5.2 g	0.52 g	-61%
Carbohydrates	2.3 g	0.23 g	+262%
Sugars	0.5 g	0.05 g	+92%
Fiber	?	?
Proteins	0.5 g	0.05 g	+88%
Salt	0.5 g	0.05 g	-8%
Alcohol	0 % vol	0 % vol
Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis)	3.5 %	3.5 %

Serving size: 10g

Environment

Eco-Score C - Moderate environmental impact

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Life cycle analysis

Average impact of products of the same category: B (Score: 75/100)

Category: Vegetable fat (margarine type), spreadable, 50-63% fat, light, unsalted, rich in omega 3

PEF environmental score: 0.31 (the lower the score, the lower the impact)
including impact on climate change: 2.11 kg CO2 eq/kg of product

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	72.7 %
Processing	9.4 %
Packaging	4.9 %
Transportation	9.1 %
Distribution	3.0 %
Consumption	0.8 %

Bonuses and maluses

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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

Impact for this product: C (Score: 45/100)
Product: Becel ProActiv Light - 250g

Life cycle analysis score: 75
Sum of bonuses and maluses: -30

Final score: 45/100

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Carbon footprint

Equal to driving 1.1 km in a petrol car

211 g CO² per 100g of product

The carbon emission figure comes from ADEME's Agribalyse database, for the category: Vegetable fat (margarine type), spreadable, 50-63% fat, light, unsalted, rich in omega 3 (Source: ADEME Agribalyse Database)

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	64.1 %
Processing	10.0 %
Packaging	8.5 %
Transportation	15.3 %
Distribution	1.8 %
Consumption	0.3 %

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Threatened species

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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