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Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn syrupadded-sugar load
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high saturated fat; medium salt (−0.7).
• Flavor enhancer: Disodium inosinateMSG-family flavor enhancer — shown for transparency; does not change the score.
• Flavor enhancer: Disodium guanylateMSG-family flavor enhancer — shown for transparency; does not change the score.

Ingredients (33)

• 8Dried PotatoesWhole food, minimally processed, good source of carbs and potassium
• 5corn oilRefined seed oil; highly processed; high omega-6 polyunsaturated fats.
• 5Cottonseed OilRefined oil, often genetically modified, neutral nutrition.
• 7High Oleic Soybean OilVegetable oil with improved fatty acid profile, minimally processed
• 6Sunflower oilPlant-based oil; mild flavor, reasonable omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.
• 5Degerminated Yellow Corn FlourProcessed grain; degermination removes nutrients and fiber
• 4CornstarchHighly refined carbohydrate, minimal nutritional value, mainly filler
• 7Rice FlourProcessed grain flour; acceptable but lower fiber than whole grain
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose spike, minimal nutrition.
• 6Mono and diglyceridesProcessed emulsifier; derived from fats; minimal research on safety.
• 6SaltNatural mineral, essential nutrient but often over-consumed
• 8WheyMilk byproduct, natural protein source, minimally processed.
• 8Sour CreamFermented dairy; contains probiotics and nutrients, higher fat content
• 8Nonfat MilkNatural dairy product; good protein and calcium source
• 8CulturesBeneficial bacterial cultures; support fermentation and gut health
• 5Monosodium GlutamateFlavor enhancer - flagged for transparency, not penalized
• 8Onion PowderDehydrated whole food; natural flavor with beneficial compounds
• 6Coconut OilNatural fat; high saturated fat but contains medium-chain triglycerides
• 3DextroseSimple sugar; added for sweetness with minimal nutrition.
• 3SugarRefined carbohydrate; provides calories with limited nutrition.
• 6Natural FlavorsMinimally processed flavor compounds from natural sources
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative and pH regulator; safe flavor enhancer.
• 6CaseinateProcessed milk protein derivative, acceptable but less whole than milk
• 7Lactic acidNatural preservative and flavor from fermentation; safe.
• 7Yeast ExtractFermented byproduct; umami flavoring, high sodium content.
• 5Disodium InosinateFlavor enhancer - flagged for transparency, not penalized
• 5Disodium GuanylateFlavor enhancer - flagged for transparency, not penalized
• 8ButtermilkFermented dairy; probiotic-rich with good nutritional profile
• 7Malic AcidCommon food acidulant; naturally derived but highly processed for supplement use.
• 2Invert SugarHighly processed sugar, provides empty calories, high glycemic index
• 8Cultured Nonfat MilkFermented dairy with probiotics; nutritious and beneficial
• 6CreamWhole dairy product, natural, minimal processing.
• 6Wheat StarchProcessed carbohydrate from wheat, refined but not harmful in moderation

Allergens

Contains: gluten, milk, soy

Declared on the product label. 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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