Cheetos Crunchy

Why this score

• Capped: contains Natural and artificial flavorssynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains Artificial Color Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high saturated fat 5.3 g (−0.6); high salt 1.8 g (−0.7) (total −1.2).
• Flavor enhancer: Monosodium glutamateMSG-family flavor enhancer — shown for transparency; does not change the score.

Ingredients (23)

• 6Enriched corn mealProcessed grain with added nutrients, acceptable nutritional value
• 6Corn MealProcessed corn product; acceptable base ingredient.
• 8Ferrous SulfateIron supplement; bioavailable mineral for fortification
• 8NiacinVitamin B3 fortification; essential nutrient
• 8Thiamin mononitrateB-vitamin (thiamine); essential micronutrient added to flour.
• 8RiboflavinB2 vitamin; essential micronutrient added during enrichment.
• 8Folic AcidSynthetic B vitamin; supports cell division and DNA synthesis.
• 6Corn oilProcessed plant oil, higher in omega-6 fatty acids
• 6Canola OilMinimally processed vegetable oil; good source of unsaturated fats.
• 6Sunflower OilNatural oil; high linoleic acid, minimal processing.
• 8WheyMilk by-product; minimally processed protein source.
• 8Cheddar cheeseReal cheese; good protein and calcium source despite sodium.
• 8MilkNatural dairy ingredient; core component of chocolate.
• 8Cheese culturesNatural fermentation agents; minimal processing, beneficial for cheese making.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; acceptable in confectionery but contributes sodium.
• 7EnzymesNatural proteins that aid cheese production; safe in food.
• 4Corn MaltodextrinProcessed starch; rapid glucose spike, little nutritional value.
• 4Natural and artificial flavorsMixed flavor sources; vague labeling, likely includes synthetics.
• 7Whey protein concentrateConcentrated dairy protein; moderately processed but nutritious.
• 5Monosodium glutamateUmami flavor enhancer; safe in typical amounts but raises sodium.
• 7Lactic acidNatural preservative; fermentation byproduct; safe in typical amounts.
• 7Citric AcidNaturally derived preservative and flavor enhancer; generally safe in normal amounts.
• 2Artificial Color Yellow 6Synthetic dye linked to allergic reactions and hyperactivity concerns

Allergens

Contains: milk

From the product label and its ingredient list, and not part of the score. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.