Mother's Frosted Cookies

Why this score

• Capped: contains Invert sugaradded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Yellow 6 lakeFDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Artificial Flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-certified synthetic dye (triarylmethane, not azo)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains red 3FDA revoked authorization 2025
• 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 43 g (−1.4); high saturated fat 23 g (−1.5); medium salt 0.5 g (−0.2) (total −3.0).

Ingredients (29)

• 3SugarRefined sweetener; empty calories, rapid blood sugar spike.
• 6Enriched flourRefined grain with added B vitamins and iron; less nutritious than whole grain.
• 5Wheat FlourRefined grain; lacks bran and germ, moderate processing.
• 8NiacinVitamin B3 fortification; essential nutrient
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral added for nutritional enrichment; bioavailable form.
• 8Vitamin B1 thiamin mononitrateEssential nutrient form; synthetic but effective
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2
• 8Folic AcidSynthetic B vitamin; supports cell division and DNA synthesis.
• 2Hydrogenated Palm Kernel OilHydrogenated fat, highly processed. Only partially hydrogenated oil is the source of artificial trans fat; this label does not say which kind.
• 8Nonfat MilkNatural dairy product; good protein and calcium source
• 4CornstarchRefined carbohydrate; minimal nutritional value; used as thickener.
• 2Invert sugarRefined sugar syrup; same metabolic concerns as regular sugar.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; acceptable in processed foods at typical levels.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; generally safe but highly refined.
• 7Baking SodaNatural leavening agent; sodium bicarbonate, generally safe for baking.
• 2Yellow 6 lakeSynthetic dye; potential allergen; artificial coloring agent
• 5Color addedColoring source unspecified; likely synthetic colorant.
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; associated with behavioral concerns in sensitive individuals.
• 4Artificial FlavorSynthetic chemicals designed to mimic taste; no nutritional value.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triphenylmethane dye; associated with potential health concerns.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic tartrazine dye; may trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
• 5Confectioners GlazeProcessed glaze coating; provides shine, no nutritional benefit.
• 7Carnauba WaxNatural plant wax; used as glazing agent; generally considered safe.
• 1red 3Canonical staple score (scoring v2)
• 2Yellow 5 LakeSynthetic food coloring; artificial dye with potential allergenic effects
• 9WheatWhole grain staple; good source of fiber and B vitamins
• 8MilkNatural food; excellent source of calcium and protein
• 8SoyPlant-based protein source; contains all essential amino acids

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk, 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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