Ingredient

Fat Replacer

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Role in food
Manufacturers add fat replacers to reduce the overall fat and calorie content of products …

What it is

Fat replacers are ingredients used to mimic the taste and texture of fat in foods, but with fewer calories. They can be derived from carbohydrates, proteins, or fats, and are often modified through processes like hydrolysis or esterification to achieve desired properties.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add fat replacers to reduce the overall fat and calorie content of products while maintaining palatability and mouthfeel. They are commonly found in low-fat or fat-free versions of baked goods, dairy products, dressings, and processed meats.

Health notes

Many fat replacers are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Some fat replacers, like olestra, have been associated with digestive upset in some individuals. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various fat replacers, establishing safety standards. Research on the long-term health effects of consuming a diet high in fat replacers is ongoing, with mixed findings regarding their impact on gut microbiota and nutrient absorption.

Allergen info

Fat replacers are not typically derived from major allergens, though some may be processed in facilities that handle them. Gluten is not a concern unless the fat replacer is derived from wheat.

Products containing Fat Replacer

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ZONE PERFECT White Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars, White Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 420kcal 30Protein 14Fat 42Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc Strawberry Yogurt Bars, Strawberry Yogurt Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 420kcal 28Protein 12Fat 50Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc Strawberry Yogurt Protein Bars, Strawberry Yogurt Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 420kcal 28Protein 12Fat 50Carbs Strawberry Yogurt Bars, Strawberry Yogurt Abbott Laboratories Inc Strawberry Yogurt Bars, Strawberry Yogurt Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 420kcal 28Protein 12Fat 50Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc White Chocolate Peanut Butter Macros, White Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 420kcal 30Protein 14Fat 42Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc White Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars, White Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 420kcal 30Protein 14Fat 42Carbs Strawberry Yogurt Bars, Strawberry Abbott Laboratories Inc Strawberry Yogurt Bars, Strawberry Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 420kcal 28Protein 12Fat 50Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc White Chocolate Peanut Butter Macros Bars, White Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 420kcal 30Protein 14Fat 42Carbs Abbott Laboratories Inc Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 444kcal 24.4Protein 22.2Fat 40Carbs Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Abbott Laboratories Inc Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 444kcal 24.4Protein 22.2Fat 40Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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