Sunbelt bakerys raspberry fruit grain bars bars

Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains titanium dioxideEU banned 2022 (after EFSA review)
• 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 41 g (−1.3); medium saturated fat 2.6 g (−0.2); medium salt 0.5 g (−0.2) (total −1.7).

Ingredients (35)

• 8Whole wheat flourMinimally processed whole grain, rich in fiber and nutrients
• 10WaterPure water; essential solvent for extraction.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric value, minimal nutrients.
• 5Soybean oilHighly refined, extracted oil; minimal nutrients but common culinary oil.
• 3DextroseRefined sugar; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 10Whole Grain Rolled OatsWhole grain, minimally processed, excellent nutritional value.
• 2Corn SyrupRefined added sweetener; linked to metabolic concerns.
• 9Raisin pasteWhole food concentrate, natural sweetness with fiber and antioxidants
• 4Palm and palm kernel oilHigh in saturated fat
• 8Soy flourPlant-based protein; processed but nutrient-dense.
• 6Wheat glutenProtein isolate; improves texture but unsuitable for celiac individuals.
• 8whey milkDairy product; good protein and calcium source with light processing.
• 6Modified corn starchHighly processed thickener; low nutritional value.
• 9EggsWhole food; excellent protein and nutrient source.
• 6SaltSodium chloride; natural preservative and flavoring.
• 7Baking sodaSodium bicarbonate; natural leavening agent, minimal concerns.
• 6Mono- and diglyceridesFood emulsifiers; derived from fats; acceptable; supports product stability.
• 5Corn starchRefined carbohydrate; minimal fiber or nutrition.
• 6Soy lecithinSoy-derived emulsifier; minimally processed but from modified crops.
• 2titanium dioxideSynthetic whitening agent; potential nanoparticle absorption concerns.
• 5vanillinSynthetic vanilla flavoring; chemically manufactured compound, though generally recognized as safe.
• 9Raspberry PureeWhole fruit puree, natural, rich in vitamins and antioxidants
• 8apple fiberExtracted dietary fiber; minimally processed plant material.
• 7PectinNatural plant polysaccharide; gelling agent from fruit; generally safe.
• 8Lemon Juice ConcentrateMinimally processed fruit juice; natural source of acid.
• 6Natural FlavorFood-derived flavoring; less harmful than artificial but vague composition.
• 6salt vitamins minerals calcium carbonateMineral fortification; synthetic form but bioavailable calcium source.
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 8Thiamin mononitrateVitamin B1; essential nutrient, naturally occurring form, safe
• 8NiacinamideSynthetic B3 vitamin, well-tolerated
• 8Folic acidSynthetic B vitamin; essential micronutrient fortification.
• 7ferric orthophosphateIron compound supplement. Bioavailable but less absorbable than natural food iron sources.
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient
• 8Pyridoxine HydrochlorideSynthetic B6 vitamin, highly bioavailable, essential nutrient
• 8Cyanocobalamin vitamin B12Synthetic B12 form; highly bioavailable

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk, gluten, eggs

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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