Froot Loops

Why this score

• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-certified synthetic dye (triarylmethane, not azo)
• Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains BHTSynthetic antioxidant preservative — not on the NTP carcinogen list (BHA is)
• High in sugar; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 31 g (−0.9); medium salt 1.3 g (−0.2) (total −1.1).

Ingredients (41)

• 9Whole grain yellow corn flourMinimally processed whole grain, good fiber and nutrients
• 5Degerminated Yellow Corn FlourProcessed grain; degermination removes nutrients and fiber
• 3SugarRefined sugar; high caloric density, minimal nutritional value.
• 5Wheat flourRefined white flour: bran and germ removed, so it has less fiber than whole grain. Often enriched with added vitamins.
• 9Whole grain oat flourMinimally processed whole grain, rich in fiber and nutrients
• 5Modified food starchHighly processed; used as thickener/texturizer, minimal nutrition.
• 2Hydrogenated coconut oilHydrogenated fat, highly processed. Only partially hydrogenated oil is the source of artificial trans fat; this label does not say which kind.
• 5Soybean oilHighly processed vegetable oil; mixed research on health effects
• 8Oat fiberMinimally processed, excellent soluble fiber source
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed starch; rapid glucose absorption, minimal nutrition.
• 6SaltPreservative and flavoring; essential nutrient in moderate amounts.
• 6soluble corn fiberProcessed carbohydrate; prebiotic benefits but extracted/refined from corn.
• 6Natural FlavorFood-derived flavoring; less harmful than artificial but vague composition.
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity concerns in some studies.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triphenylmethane dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 2BHTSynthetic antioxidant preservative, associated with health concerns
• 9Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)Essential micronutrient, well-absorbed form
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral added for nutritional enrichment; bioavailable form.
• 8NiacinamideB3 vitamin
• 8Vitamin B6 pyridoxine hydrochlorideEssential nutrient form; synthetic but bioavailable
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2
• 7Thiamin hydrochloride
• 8Folic acidB vitamin; essential micronutrient added for nutritional enrichment.
• 8Vitamin D3Essential nutrient
• 9Vitamin B12Essential nutrient; critical for nerve function and blood cell formation.
• 8Whole yellow corn flour blend (harina de maíz amarillo integral)Whole grain corn; fiber and nutrients.
• 5degermed yellow corn flourProcessed corn flour lacking germ; reduced nutrients, oxidation concerns.
• 5Modified food starch (almidón alimentario modificado)Processed starch; refined carbohydrate, little nutrition.
• 2Hydrogenated coconut oil (aceite vegetal coco hidrogenado)Hydrogenated fat, highly processed. Only partially hydrogenated oil is the source of artificial trans fat; this label does not say which kind.
• 7soyWhole natural legume; complete protein but common allergen.
• 4Cottonseed oil (semilla de algodón)Refined oil high in omega-6 fats
• 2Rojo 40 (Red 40, Allura Red AC)Synthetic dye; linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 2Amarillo 5 (Yellow 5, tartrazine)Synthetic dye; linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 3Azul 1 (Blue 1, brilliant blue FCF)Synthetic dye; no nutritional value.
• 2Amarillo 6 (Yellow 6, sunset yellow FCF)Synthetic dye; linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 8Ascorbic acidVitamin C; antioxidant nutrient
• 7Pyridoxine hydrochloride (piridoxina)
• 8Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)Essential micronutrient for energy metabolism and cell function.
• 7Thiamin hydrochloride (tiamina)

Allergens

Contains: soy, gluten

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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