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M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries

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Is M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries healthy?

M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries scores 40/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a below-average score in Scout's analysis. This product is ultra-processed, containing refined sugar and sunflower oil, which are linked to potential health concerns such as inflammation and metabolic issues.

How processed is M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries?

M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries compare to other chocolate?

M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries ranks #28 of 36 chocolate in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Hu Nut Butter Filled Almond Butter + Crispy Quinoa Dark Chocolate at 87/100.

Which ingredients drive M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Powder count in its favor; Sunflower Oil, Sugar, Soya Lecithin are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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M&S Food 70% Dark Chocolate Covered Sour Cherries

M&S Food
40 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Marks & Spencer Group plc
Category Chocolate
Summary

This product is ultra-processed, containing refined sugar and sunflower oil, which are linked to potential health concerns such as inflammation and metabolic issues. While it includes beneficial ingredients like cherries and cocoa powder, the presence of emulsifiers and stabilizers further contributes to its high processing level, limiting its health benefits.

Key ingredients 8

Sunflower Oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is a highly processed fat that can be high in omega-6 fatty acids, which some consumers prefer to limit in their diet.

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Soya Lecithin
Very Bad

Soya lecithin is a processed emulsifier that some consumers prefer to avoid due to concerns over additives and processing methods.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but is associated with negative health effects when consumed in excess, which is common in processed sweets.

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Apple Juice
Neutral

Apple juice is used as a natural sweetener and flavor enhancer, contributing to the overall taste without adding significant health concerns.

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Cherries
Neutral

Cherries provide natural fruit flavor and some antioxidants, making them a wholesome component of the product.

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Natural Vanilla Flavouring
Neutral

Natural vanilla flavoring is used to enhance aroma and taste, generally considered a neutral additive.

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Cocoa Mass
Good

Cocoa mass is rich in antioxidants and provides the characteristic chocolate flavor, making it a beneficial ingredient.

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Cocoa Powder
Good

Cocoa powder contains beneficial antioxidants and enhances the chocolate flavor, contributing positively to the product.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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