Bowl & basket

Why this score

• Capped: contains Natural and artificial flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains SucraloseNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• Low sugar, sat fat & saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: all three low (+0.3).

Ingredients (48)

• 10WaterEssential ingredient; natural, no processing, beneficial.
• 5Corn MaltodextrinProcessed starch; rapid glucose spike, little nutritional value.
• 6Vegetable oils blend (canola)Processed seed oil, nutritionally acceptable but heavily refined
• 8CornLikely processed ingredient; acceptable in moderation.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high consumption linked to metabolic issues.
• 8Milk protein concentrateConcentrated protein source; minimal processing, high protein content
• 8Cocoa powder processed with alkaliNatural cocoa with alkali processing; retains antioxidants, minimal health concern
• 6Soy protein isolateHighly processed, high protein content but minimal whole food
• 5Soybean oilVegetable oil, highly processed, high omega-6 ratio
• 4Natural and artificial flavorArtificial component adds minimal nutrition, purely for taste
• 7Potassium CitrateFood additive for pH control, generally safe, mineral source
• 6SaltMineral; acceptable in moderation; high intake linked to health risks.
• 8Tuna oilRich source of omega-3 fatty acids, minimally processed
• 6Cellulose gumThickener and stabilizer; plant-derived; generally safe.
• 5MonoglyceridesHighly processed emulsifier; offers no nutritional value.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 6CarrageenanSeaweed extract thickener; safety debated; inflammatory concerns for some.
• 3SucraloseArtificial sweetener; not metabolized; controversial safety profile.
• 3DextroseRefined simple sugar, provides calories with minimal nutritional value
• 7L-carnitineAmino acid derivative, supports energy metabolism and cellular function.
• 9LuteinCarotenoid, essential for eye health and macular degeneration prevention
• 7Calcium PhosphateFood-grade mineral supplement, safe additive for calcium fortification
• 6Potassium chlorideSalt substitute, safe in normal amounts, mineral nutrient
• 7Magnesium phosphateMineral nutrient, synthetically produced but bioavailable form
• 8Calcium CarbonateMineral nutrient, added for bone health, well-established safety.
• 8Sodium AscorbateVitamin C form, safe preservative, beneficial nutrient.
• 7Choline chlorideEssential nutrient for cognitive health, synthetic but necessary
• 5Potassium hydroxideUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 8Ferrous SulfateIron supplement; bioavailable mineral for fortification
• 7DL-alpha-tocopheryl acetateVitamin E form, synthetic but bioavailable antioxidant
• 6Zinc SulfateMineral supplement; adequate bioavailability but less ideal than chelated forms
• 7Manganese sulfateEssential trace mineral, supports bone and metabolic health
• 8Thiamine hydrochlorideSynthetic B vitamin, bioavailable, essential nutrient fortification
• 8Calcium PantothenateVitamin B5; essential nutrient; beneficial in supplements.
• 8NiacinamideVitamin B3; beneficial for skin barrier function.
• 6Copper sulfateMineral nutrient in trace amounts, synthetic form acceptable
• 8Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B6, essential nutrient, properly fortified.
• 8RiboflavinB2 vitamin; beneficial nutrient added via enrichment.
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 8Folic acidB vitamin; beneficial micronutrient added via enrichment.
• 9BiotinB-vitamin essential for hair, skin, nail health; well-researched.
• 6Chromium chlorideTrace mineral, synthetic but supports glucose metabolism
• 8Potassium IodideEssential nutrient for thyroid function; safe food additive at regulated levels
• 6Sodium molybdateTrace mineral nutrient in minimal quantities, generally safe
• 6Sodium selenateSelenium source, synthetic form of essential mineral
• 8Vitamin D3Essential vitamin; critical for bone health and immunity.
• 9Vitamin B12Essential nutrient; crucial for energy and nerve function.
• 8Menaquinone-7Vitamin K2 form, bioavailable and supports bone and heart health

Allergens

Contains: milk, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.