Dot's Homestyle Pretzels Original Seasoned Pretzel Twists

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Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Artificial flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in salt; medium saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high salt 2.2 g (−1.0); medium saturated fat 1.8 g (−0.2) (total −1.2).
• Flavor enhancer: Monosodium GlutamateMSG-family flavor enhancer — shown for transparency; does not change the score.

Ingredients (29)

• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined grain with added nutrients; acceptable but less nutritious than whole grain
• 8NiacinB vitamin essential for energy metabolism and cellular health
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral; standard enrichment in fortified bread.
• 8Thiamin mononitrateVitamin B1 fortification; essential micronutrient.
• 8RiboflavinB vitamin crucial for energy production and antioxidant defense
• 8Folic acidB vitamin vital for DNA synthesis and cell division
• 6Vegetable oilProcessed oil; nutritionally acceptable but lacks micronutrients
• 6Canola oilPlant oil with favorable fatty acid profile; minimally processed
• 6Corn oilProcessed plant oil; high omega-6 content, acceptable in moderation
• 5Soybean oilProcessed plant oil; acceptable but high in omega-6 fatty acids
• 6SaltEssential mineral; excessive intake linked to hypertension.
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed starch derivative; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 8ButtermilkWhole food ingredient; adds flavor and tenderness.
• 2Corn SyrupHigh-fructose added sweetener; linked to metabolic concerns.
• 8Dehydrated garlicDried garlic; retains beneficial sulfur compounds; minimal processing.
• 5Monosodium GlutamateFlavor enhancer - flagged for transparency, not penalized
• 6Natural flavorDerived from natural sources; minimally processed flavoring agent
• 4Artificial flavorSynthetic compounds; offers no nutritional value, acceptable in small amounts
• 9SpicesNatural flavor and aroma compounds; generally healthful.
• 8Dehydrated onionDried vegetable; retains beneficial sulfur compounds; minimal processing.
• 7Lactic acidPreservative and flavor; naturally occurring; safe.
• 8Calcium lactateCalcium source and firming agent; good bioavailable mineral addition.
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative from citrus, maintains tartness, safe antimicrobial agent.
• 6Xanthan gumThickener/stabilizer; fermented; generally safe.
• 6Cellulose GumPlant-derived thickener/stabilizer; safe, minimal nutritional impact.
• 6Guar GumNatural thickener from guar beans; safe but highly processed.
• 8YeastNatural leavening agent; source of B vitamins and beneficial microorganisms
• 8MilkWhole food providing protein, calcium, and essential vitamins naturally
• 8wheatWhole natural grain; staple carbohydrate with fiber and nutrients.

Allergens

Contains: gluten, 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.

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