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Lion
Lion by Nestlé provides 483 kcal per 100 g, with 44.8 g of sugars and 5.4 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Candy chocolate bars category and comes in a 42g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 bar (42 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 483 kcal | 203 kcal | 507 −5% | |
| Total fat | 22.2 g | 9.3 g | 12% | 29.3 −24% |
| Saturated fat | 11.9 g | 5 g | 25% | 16.3 −27% |
| Carbohydrates | 64.6 g | 27.1 g | 10% | 53.5 +21% |
| Total sugars | 44.8 g | 18.8 g | 42.8 +5% | |
| Added sugars | 45 g | 18.9 g | 38% | 34 +32% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.5 g | 0.6 g | 2% | 4.1 −63% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 2.3 g | 5% | 7.1 −24% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.2 g | 0.4 +7% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1150 Candy chocolate bars products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other candy chocolate bars
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, wheat flour, sweetened condensed milk (milk, sugar), cocoa butter, palm oil, whole milk powder, cocoa mass,whey powder (from milk), maltodextrin, skimmed milk powder, wheat starch, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), salt, raising agent (sodium bicarbonate), caramelised sugar, natural vanilla flavouring, thickener (carrageenan),
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanutsSoybeans
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 42g
- Serving size
- 1 bar (42 g)
- Sold in
- Ireland
- Barcode
- 7613035318823
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Lion?
Lion contains 483 kcal per 100 g and about 203 kcal per serving (1 bar (42 g)).
How much sugar is in Lion?
Lion has 44.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Lion 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.
Is Lion vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Lion contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. It may also contain traces of nuts, peanuts, soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 29, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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