Achva, Sesame Halva
Processing Score
7.5Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
5/10Good
The processing score reflects 7 ingredients, including hydrogenated oil, artificial flavoring and emulsifiers or gums. The nutrition score reflects high sugar, saturated fat and total fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Very Low SodiumLittle Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SugarHigh FatHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
857531000012
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size35 g
Amount per serving
Calories
190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g
15%
Saturated Fat 2.5g
13%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 10mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate 17g
6%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 4g
Calcium 40mg
3%
Iron 1.1mg
6%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
6 listed · 2 flagged for reviewSESAME (50%)GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (PALM), FOAMING AGENT (SAPONARIAE ROOT EXTRACT), EMULSIFIER (LECITHIN SOY), CITRIC ACID.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Achva, Sesame Halva scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Fats (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Palm)): Hydrogenation and modification are UPF markers.
- Other Additives (Emulsifier (Lecithin Soy)): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
Within Cookies & Crackers, this product is more processed than about 17% of the 18,630 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Achva, Sesame Halva's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sesame (50%)Glucose Syrup, Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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