La Boulangère Sourdough Brioche Buns

Why this score

• Capped: contains High fructose corn syrupadded-sugar load
• Processed (NOVA 3)Processed food per the NOVA classification — −0.5.
• Medium sugar, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium sugar, salt (−0.4).

Ingredients (19)

• 5Wheat flourWhole grain flour base; nutritious staple ingredient.
• 10WaterEssential, unprocessed ingredient; no health concerns.
• 9Sourdough starter (liquid active live)Fermented culture improves digestibility and flavor naturally.
• 9Sourdough starter (solid active live)Fermented culture improves digestibility and flavor naturally.
• 2High fructose corn syrupHighly processed sweetener; linked to metabolic concerns.
• 6Xanthan gumCommon thickener; generally recognized safe in small amounts.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; nutritionally empty but common in baked goods.
• 6Canola oilRefined vegetable oil; neutral flavor, moderate omega-6 content.
• 6Natural flavorVague category; likely safe but specific sources unclear.
• 6Wheat glutenProtein isolate; improves texture but unsuitable for celiac individuals.
• 9EggsWhole food; excellent protein and nutrient source.
• 8YeastNatural leavening agent; improves fermentation and nutrient bioavailability.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; necessary for flavor and preservation in moderation.
• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined flour with added vitamins; partially restores nutrients lost in processing.
• 8NiacinEssential B vitamin; supports energy metabolism and cell health.
• 7Reduced ironMineral supplement; supports oxygen transport but less bioavailable than natural.
• 8Thiamine mononitrateVitamin B1 form; supports carbohydrate metabolism.
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; supports energy production and cell growth.
• 8Folic acidEssential B vitamin; critical for DNA synthesis and cell division.

Allergens

Contains: gluten, eggs

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