Chocolate cinnamon toast crunch cereal with whole grain

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Why this score

• Capped: contains BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene)NTP: anticipated carcinogen
• High in sugar; medium saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar; medium saturated fat, salt (−0.9).

Ingredients (26)

• 9Whole grain wheatWhole food, rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, unprocessed
• 3SugarRefined sweetener with no nutritional value; excess promotes weight gain.
• 7Rice FlourProcessed grain flour; acceptable but lower fiber than whole grain
• 6Canola oilProcessed vegetable oil; acceptable but highly refined.
• 4FructoseSimple sugar sweetener; high caloric density with no nutritional benefit.
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose spike, minimal nutrition.
• 7Cocoa Processed with AlkaliDutch processing; alters flavor/color but acceptable.
• 6SaltMineral; essential but high sodium content in product.
• 3DextroseSimple sugar; added for sweetness with minimal nutrition.
• 6Coconut OilNatural fat; high saturated fat but contains medium-chain triglycerides
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 4Trisodium PhosphateFood additive used as preservative/buffer; generally recognized safe.
• 9CinnamonNatural spice; anti-inflammatory, beneficial bioactive compounds.
• 6Natural FlavorBroad category; vague labeling but generally acceptable.
• 2BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene)Synthetic preservative linked to health concerns in studies
• 8calcium carbonateMineral supplement; well-tolerated, common fortificant in foods.
• 9ZincEssential mineral, supports immunity and protein synthesis
• 8Vitamin C sodium ascorbateEssential micronutrient; sodium ascorbate is a stable, bioavailable form.
• 8niacinamideEssential B vitamin form; well-tolerated, supports metabolic health.
• 8Vitamin B6 pyridoxine hydrochlorideEssential nutrient form; synthetic but bioavailable, supports metabolism
• 8Vitamin B1 thiamin mononitrateEssential nutrient form; synthetic but effective, supports energy metabolism
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; supports energy production and cellular growth.
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 8folic acidEssential B vitamin; synthetic form supports nutrient intake.
• 9Vitamin B12Essential nutrient; often lacking in plant-based diets.
• 8Vitamin D3Essential for calcium absorption and immunity.

Allergens

Contains: gluten, 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.

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