Mini Powdered Donuts

Why this score

• Capped: contains Sodium aluminum phosphateEFSA: aluminum exposure concern
• Capped: contains Titanium dioxideEU banned 2022 (after EFSA review)
• Capped: contains Corn Syrup Solidsadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Natural and artificial flavorssynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar, saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 28 g (−0.8); high saturated fat 11 g (−1.5); medium salt 1 g (−0.2) (total −2.5).

Ingredients (40)

• 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.
• 8Thiamin mononitrateVitamin B1; essential nutrient, naturally occurring form, safe
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient
• 8Folic acidSynthetic B vitamin; essential micronutrient fortification.
• 4Palm oilHigh saturated fat content; environmental and health concerns.
• 10WaterPure water; essential solvent for extraction.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric value, minimal nutrients.
• 3DextroseRefined sugar; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 5Soybean oilHighly refined, extracted oil; minimal nutrients but common culinary oil.
• 6Modified corn starchHighly processed thickener; low nutritional value.
• 7baking sodaBaking soda: natural leavening agent, safe, minimal processing.
• 6Sodium acid pyrophosphateChemical leavening agent; safe but highly processed.
• 5Sodium aluminum phosphateLeavening agent; aluminum exposure concerns; used as alternative to harmful agents.
• 8Dried egg yolksWhole egg component; minimal processing; rich in choline and lutein.
• 7Nonfat dry milkDehydrated milk product; provides protein and calcium.
• 2Titanium dioxideWhite pigment additive; used as food coloring; potential safety concerns.
• 7GlycerinNatural humectant, widely used for skin hydration in cosmetics.
• 3Corn Syrup SolidsHighly processed sweetener; offers little nutritional value.
• 6Defatted soy flourProcessed soy byproduct; protein source but refined.
• 6Calcium propionateSafe preservative, prevents mold and spoilage
• 6Potassium sorbateChemical preservative generally recognized as safe; mild concerns.
• 6Sorbic acidPreservative; prevents microbial growth; safe in food amounts.
• 6SaltSodium chloride; natural preservative and flavoring.
• 6Wheat starchRefined carbohydrate; acceptable but lacks nutritional density.
• 4Natural and artificial flavorsMixed flavor sources; vague labeling, likely includes synthetics.
• 6Wheat glutenProtein isolate; improves texture but unsuitable for celiac individuals.
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative and flavoring from citrus; safe in typical amounts.
• 7Annatto extractNatural colorant from plant seeds; minimal processing.
• 6Cellulose GumPlant-derived thickener/stabilizer; safe, minimal nutritional impact.
• 4DextrinModified carbohydrate; highly processed, minimal nutritional value.
• 6Guar GumNatural thickener from guar beans; safe but highly processed.
• 8Karaya gumNatural plant gum thickener; safe, minimal processing, used in small amounts
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose absorption; minimal nutritional value.
• 6Mono- and diglyceridesFood emulsifiers; derived from fats; acceptable; supports product stability.
• 6Soy lecithinSoy-derived emulsifier; minimally processed but from modified crops.
• 6Tapioca StarchRefined carbohydrate; minimal nutritional value, used for texture.
• 7Turmeric ExtractNatural spice-derived color; anti-inflammatory, minimal amount used.
• 9wheat germNutrient-dense embryo of wheat kernel; rich in vitamins and minerals.

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.

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