Fruit 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 (27)

• 9Whole grain yellow corn flourMinimally processed whole grain, good fiber and nutrients
• 5Degerminated Yellow Corn FlourProcessed grain; degermination removes nutrients and fiber
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; provides energy but lacks micronutrients.
• 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 derivative; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 6SaltNatural seasoning; essential mineral.
• 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; potential allergen and behavioral effects in children.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triarylmethane dye; potential carcinogen concerns in animal studies.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity and allergic reactions.
• 2BHTSynthetic antioxidant preservative, associated with health concerns
• 9Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)Essential micronutrient, well-absorbed form
• 7Reduced ironMineral supplement; supports oxygen transport but less bioavailable than natural.
• 8NiacinamideB3 vitamin
• 8Vitamin B6 pyridoxine hydrochlorideEssential nutrient form; synthetic but bioavailable
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2
• 9Thiamin hydrochlorideVitamin B1 form
• 8Folic acidVitamin B9 fortification; prevents birth defects.
• 8Vitamin D3Essential nutrient
• 9Vitamin B12Essential micronutrient

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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