Favorite Day Caramel Cashew Trail Mix

Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Blue 1 LakeFDA-certified synthetic dye (triarylmethane, not azo)
• Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 2 Lake (Indigo Carmine)FDA-certified synthetic dye (indigoid, not azo)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar, saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 30 g (−0.8); high saturated fat 11 g (−1.5); medium salt 0.5 g (−0.2) (total −2.5).

Ingredients (48)

• 9PeanutsWhole food legume; good source of protein and healthy fats.
• 3SugarHighly refined, provides empty calories with no nutritional benefit
• 8MilkNatural source of protein, calcium, and other essential nutrients
• 5ChocolateHighly processed confectionery ingredient; primarily sugar and cocoa.
• 8Skim milkDairy ingredient; processed but provides protein and calcium.
• 8Cocoa butterNatural fat from cocoa beans; minimally processed; contains beneficial polyphenols.
• 7LactoseMilk sugar; digestive difficulty in lactose-intolerant individuals; otherwise acceptable.
• 8milk fatNatural saturated fat; minimal processing; essential fat-soluble vitamins; whole food source.
• 6Soy lecithinExtracted phospholipid; functions as emulsifier; generally safe; potential allergen.
• 6SaltSodium source; necessary but excess may elevate blood pressure.
• 6Natural flavorDerived from food sources; composition unclear but generally recognized as safe.
• 4CornstarchRefined carbohydrate; high glycemic index; minimal nutritional value.
• 2Corn syrupHighly processed sweetener; offers minimal nutrition; associated with metabolic concerns.
• 4DextrinModified carbohydrate; highly processed, minimal nutritional value.
• 2Blue 1 LakeArtificial synthetic colorant with limited safety data and questionable necessity
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic colorant; some studies suggest potential behavioral effects.
• 2Yellow 6 lakeSynthetic dye; potential allergen; artificial coloring agent
• 2Red 40 LakeArtificial colorant; FDA approved but controversial
• 2Yellow 5 lakeSynthetic dye; potential allergen; artificial coloring agent
• 3Blue 2 Lake (Indigo Carmine)Synthetic dye; some studies link it to hyperactivity concerns.
• 2Artificial Color Blue 2Synthetic dye, potential allergenic reactions, no nutritional benefit
• 7Carnauba WaxNatural plant wax; used as glazing agent; generally considered safe.
• 7Gum acaciaNatural plant gum thickener, minimally processed.
• 9CashewsWhole tree nut, nutrient-dense, healthy fats and minerals
• 8Chocolate liquorGround cocoa solids and cocoa butter; minimally processed; contains beneficial polyphenols.
• 8Nonfat MilkNatural dairy product; good protein and calcium source
• 4Glucose syrupHighly processed sweetener; rapid blood sugar spike, minimal nutrition.
• 4Palm Kernel OilHighly saturated fat with minimal nutritional value, high in saturated fat
• 4Palm OilHighly saturated fat with minimal nutritional value, high in saturated fat
• 7Milk SolidsConcentrated dairy product; processed but nutritious source of protein, calcium.
• 6ButterNatural dairy fat; contains saturated fat but includes fat-soluble vitamins and recognized food.
• 6CreamNatural dairy fat; high in saturated fat but whole food.
• 6Tapioca dextrinProcessed starch derivative; digestible but minimal nutritional value
• 6Sea SaltSodium content similar to table salt; hypertension risk in excess.
• 5Confectioner's GlazeUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 6Sunflower LecithinNatural emulsifier from sunflower; aids texture, minimal health concern.
• 5Sweetened Condensed MilkProcessed dairy product high in sugar; nutritional value unclear
• 8Natural vanilla flavorDerived from vanilla beans; minimally processed; safe and beneficial flavoring agent.
• 3Brown SugarRefined sweetener with molasses; provides calories and sugar with minimal nutritional benefit.
• 6rice concentrateProcessed rice product; concentrated sugars from rice without additives.
• 8Peanut OilPure pressed oil from peanuts; whole food fat with no additives.
• 5Cottonseed OilRefined oil, often genetically modified, neutral nutrition.
• 5Soybean OilProcessed vegetable oil with omega-6 fatty acids; commonly used in food
• 6Sunflower OilProcessed vegetable oil with some nutritional value; commonly used in food
• 7CocoaNatural source of antioxidants and minerals with potential health benefits

Allergens

Contains: peanuts, tree nuts, soy, 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.

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