Rice Krispies Treats Original Crispy Marshmallow Squares

Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Natural and Artificial Flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains TBHQEWG: avoid
• Capped: contains BHTSynthetic antioxidant preservative — not on the NTP carcinogen list (BHA is)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar; medium saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 29 g (−0.8); medium saturated fat 1.8 g (−0.2); medium salt 0.9 g (−0.2) (total −1.2).

Ingredients (29)

• 5Toasted rice cerealRefined grain cereal; low in fiber.
• 8RiceWhole grain staple; nutritious but varies by processing type
• 3SugarRefined carbohydrate; high glycemic impact; contributes to weight and metabolic disease.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; present in excess amounts linked to hypertension.
• 7Malt flavoringMinimally processed grain derivative; adds flavor with some nutritional value
• 8NiacinamideB3 vitamin
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral added for nutritional enrichment; bioavailable form.
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient
• 8Folic acidB9 vitamin; essential micronutrient added during enrichment.
• 3MarshmallowMostly sugar with little nutrition.
• 2Corn syrupHighly processed sweetener with minimal nutritional value.
• 5GelatinProtein derived from animal collagen; used as binder.
• 4Natural and Artificial FlavorMix of natural and synthetic flavoring compounds; exact composition proprietary and unclear.
• 4FructoseConcentrated sweetener; linked to metabolic issues, non-nutritive.
• 4MargarineHighly processed fat; contains hydrogenated/trans fats historically; modern versions better.
• 5Soybean oilRefined vegetable oil, acceptable but omega-6 heavy
• 10WaterPure solvent; essential ingredient in aqueous formulations.
• 5natural and artificial butter flavor with milkMixed flavor sources with dairy allergen; may contain synthetic compounds.
• 5DatemDough conditioner; emulsifier; improves texture and shelf-life.
• 5acetylated monoglyceridesModified fat emulsifier; synthetic derivative, highly processed.
• 2BHTSynthetic antioxidant preservative, associated with health concerns
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 9Vitamin DEssential vitamin
• 3Corn Syrup SolidsHighly processed sweetener; offers little nutritional value.
• 3DextroseSimple sugar; fermentable substrate and flavor contributor; minimal nutritional value.
• 7GlycerinNatural humectant; moisturizing, safe for skin and well-tolerated.
• 8Pyridoxine HydrochlorideSynthetic B6 vitamin, highly bioavailable, essential nutrient
• 7Thiamine hydrochlorideSynthetic B1 form; bioavailable but less stable than natural.
• 6Soy lecithinNatural emulsifier from soy; safe in small amounts, well-tolerated.

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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