Smash Mallow hot cocoa

Why this score

• Capped: contains Invert sugaradded-sugar load
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugarFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 60 g (−1.5).

Ingredients (13)

• 3Organic Cane SugarMinimally processed sweetener from organic cane; acceptable in moderation.
• 4Tapioca SyrupConcentrated sugar syrup; minimal nutritional value beyond calories.
• 2Invert sugarRefined sugar syrup; same metabolic concerns as regular sugar.
• 5GelatinDerived from animal collagen; commonly used gelling agent; acceptable in moderation.
• 10WaterEssential ingredient; no nutritional or safety concerns.
• 7Natural Dark Chocolate FlavorNatural flavoring derived from chocolate; minimally processed with no artificial additives
• 8Fruit and Vegetable Juice for ColorNatural coloring from whole food sources; minimal processing
• 6Natural Whipped Cream FlavorNatural flavoring compound; processed extraction but no artificial ingredients or known harms
• 6Sea SaltSodium content similar to table salt; hypertension risk in excess.
• 6Tapioca StarchExtracted starch from cassava root; minimally processed but low nutritional density
• 8Tree nutsNuts with healthy fats; common allergen.
• 8MilkWhole food dairy; source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D.
• 7SoyLegume protein source, present as allergen.

Allergens

Contains: tree nuts, soy, milk

May contain: 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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