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El original
Caramelos de hierbas suizas
El original by Ricola provides 392 kcal per 100 g, with 72 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 95% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Hard candies category and comes in a 31.5 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 392 kcal | 366 +7% |
| Total fat | 0 g | 1.2 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.6 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 98 g | 90.1 +9% |
| Total sugars | 72 g | 36.9 +95% |
| Added sugars | 86.8 g | 34.9 +148% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.4 −100% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.2 −100% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 341 Hard candies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other hard candies
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Azúcar, jarabe de glucosa, extracto de plantas aromáticas 0.8%, colorante (caramelo natural), mentol, aceite esencial de menta.
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 31.5 g
- Labels & certifications
- Green Dot
- Sold in
- Spain
- Barcode
- 7610700015223
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in El original?
El original contains 392 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in El original?
El original has 72 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is El original healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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