Quaker life cinnamon

Why this score

• Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains BHT preservativeSynthetic antioxidant preservative — not on the NTP carcinogen list (BHA is)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-certified synthetic dye (triarylmethane, not azo)
• High in sugar; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 24 g (−0.6); medium salt 1.2 g (−0.2) (total −0.8).

Ingredients (24)

• 9Whole grain oat flourMinimally processed whole grain, rich in fiber and nutrients
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high glycemic index, offers empty calories.
• 7Corn flourRefined grain; low nutritional value; highly processed.
• 8Whole wheat flourWhole grain with fiber and nutrients; minimally processed.
• 7Rice FlourRefined grain flour; minimally processed but lower fiber than whole grain.
• 8Calcium CarbonateMineral nutrient; provides bioavailable calcium; natural source.
• 6SaltSodium chloride; excessive intake linked to hypertension.
• 9CinnamonSpice; natural, contains beneficial polyphenols and minerals.
• 5Disodium phosphateFood additive; safe in regulated amounts but minimal nutritional value
• 3Caramel ColorColoring agent; class IV caramel may contain 4-MEI; safety unclear.
• 7Reduced ironMineral supplement; supports oxygen transport but less bioavailable than natural.
• 8NiacinamideB3 vitamin
• 1Zinc OxideNot a food ingredient; industrial compound, inedible and toxic if ingested
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity and allergic reactions.
• 2BHT preservativeSynthetic preservative; potential toxicity concerns
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 8Thiamin MononitrateB1 vitamin
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; potential allergen and behavioral effects in children.
• 8RiboflavinB2 vitamin
• 8Pyridoxine HydrochlorideB6 vitamin; supports amino acid and neurotransmitter metabolism.
• 6Natural flavorVague category; likely safe but specific sources unclear.
• 8Folic acidB9 vitamin; essential for cell division and DNA synthesis.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triarylmethane dye; potential carcinogen concerns in animal studies.
• 5B VitaminUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score

Allergens

Contains: 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.