Gerber Lil’ Crunchies

Why this score

• Medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium salt 1.3 g (−0.2).

Ingredients (19)

• 7Whole grain sorghum meal, degermedWhole grain with nutrients, but degerming reduces fiber and micronutrients
• 7Yellow corn mealWhole grain derivative; acceptable nutritional contribution.
• 8High oleic sunflower oilPlant-based fat; lower linoleic acid than standard sunflower oil.
• 6CheeseGood protein and calcium source; some processing but nutritious
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate, rapid blood sugar spike, minimal nutrition
• 6SaltSodium chloride
• 8Cheddar cheese culturedGood protein and calcium source; naturally fermented with live cultures
• 8MilkProvides calcium and protein; common allergen.
• 7EnzymesFood-grade enzymes used as processing aids.
• 8Butter fatNatural dairy fat; saturated but provides fat-soluble vitamins and energy
• 8Natural cheddar cheese mixedWhole food cheese with protein, calcium, and beneficial fermentation cultures
• 5FlavorGeneric flavor additive; composition unclear, likely artificial.
• 7Annatto extract colorNatural plant-derived food coloring from annatto seeds, generally safe
• 4Disodium phosphateFood additive; safe in regulated amounts but minimal nutritional value
• 6Autolyzed yeast extractFermented yeast product; natural, provides umami and nutrients.
• 8Calcium CarbonateMineral nutrient; provides bioavailable calcium; natural source.
• 8TocopherolsNatural vitamin E compound; effective antioxidant preservative without synthetic additives
• 8Iron electrolyticPure elemental iron; essential nutrient for oxygen transport and energy
• 8Vitamin E alpha tocopheryl acetateBioavailable form of vitamin E; supports antioxidant defense and cellular health

Allergens

Contains: 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.