MINI NAAN ORIGINAL

Why this score

• High in salt; medium saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high salt 1.9 g (−0.8); medium saturated fat 2.2 g (−0.2) (total −1.0).

Ingredients (30)

• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined grain with added nutrients; acceptable but less nutritious than whole grain
• 8NiacinEssential B vitamin; added to fortified grain products.
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral; standard enrichment in fortified bread.
• 8Ascorbic acidVitamin C; naturally occurring compound used as dough conditioner
• 8Thiamine mononitrateVitamin B1; essential nutrient; standard bread enrichment.
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient; standard bread fortification.
• 7enzymeNatural protein catalyst; broken down in stomach.
• 8Folic acidSynthetic B vitamin; essential micronutrient fortification.
• 7Nonfat ButtermilkIngredient as named on the pack.
• 8Dry buttermilkDehydrated dairy, retains nutrients, convenient form
• 8bacterial cultureLive microorganisms; fermentation.
• 10WaterPure water; essential solvent for extraction.
• 5Soybean oilHighly refined, extracted oil; minimal nutrients but common culinary oil.
• 7Cultured wheat flourFermented wheat; may improve flavor and shelf life; still refined.
• 9EggsWhole food; excellent protein and nutrient source.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric value, minimal nutrients.
• 6baking powder with sodium acid pyrophosphateLeavening agent; sodium acid pyrophosphate is processed chemical leavener.
• 7Baking sodaSodium bicarbonate; natural leavening agent, minimal concerns.
• 4CornstarchHighly refined carbohydrate, minimal nutritional value, mainly filler
• 6Monocalcium phosphateChemical leavening agent; safe but highly processed.
• 7White vinegarMinimally processed natural ingredient; mild antimicrobial and flavor properties
• 6Sea SaltSodium source; minimally processed but excess sodium intake unhealthy.
• 8Ghee clarified butterPure fat, lactose-free, traditional cooking fat
• 6Natural FlavorFood-derived flavoring; less harmful than artificial but vague composition.
• 6Wheat glutenProtein isolate; improves texture but unsuitable for celiac individuals.
• 3DextroseRefined sugar; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 4DextrinModified carbohydrate; highly processed, minimal nutritional value.
• 7Carrot fiberProcessed vegetable fiber; beneficial but extracted and processed
• 8YeastNatural leavening agent
• 7EnzymesFood-grade enzymes used as processing aids.

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk, gluten, eggs

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.