TimTam Original

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Why this score

• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• High in sugar, saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar, saturated fat; medium salt (−1.2).

Ingredients (23)

• 3SugarRefined sweetener; offers empty calories, no nutritional benefit.
• 7Wheat flourRefined grain; minimal fiber and nutrients compared to whole wheat.
• 4Palm OilHighly processed, high saturated fat, environmental concerns
• 7Shea Nut OilMinimally processed plant fat, contains beneficial compounds
• 8MilkNatural ingredient; good protein and calcium source.
• 8Cocoa butterNatural fat from cocoa; minimally processed, contains beneficial compounds
• 7Sal OilMinimally processed plant fat, used traditionally in cooking
• 10WaterEssential ingredient; natural, beneficial.
• 3Caramel colorColorant; safety debated; may contain ammonia sulfites.
• 5Corn StarchRefined carbohydrate; highly processed, minimal nutritional value.
• 4Golden SyrupHighly processed sugar syrup, provides empty calories only
• 8Cocoa powderMinimally processed cocoa; antioxidant-rich.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; acceptable in small amounts but contributes to sodium.
• 6Soy LecithinProcessed emulsifier; generally safe; derived from natural source.
• 6Ammonium bicarbonateLeavening agent; acceptable in baked goods in normal amounts.
• 7Baking sodaLeavening agent; natural, safe, and beneficial for baking.
• 7Butter OilClarified natural fat, minimal processing, from whole food
• 7Polyglycerol PolyricinoleateArtificial emulsifier, synthetic chemical, minimal safety research
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; potential allergen; linked to hyperactivity concerns in children.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic color additive; linked to hyperactivity in sensitive individuals.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic color additive; approved by FDA; not nutritionally beneficial.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic color additive; approved by FDA; not nutritionally beneficial.
• 2Artificial and Natural FlavorsUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score

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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