White Castle The original slider cheeseburgers

cheeseburgers

Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Hydrogenated Cottonseed OilFDA: artificial trans fat banned
• Capped: contains Diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono-diglyceridesNIOSH: inhalation hazard (popcorn lung)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high saturated fat 7.7 g (−1.0); medium salt 1.4 g (−0.2) (total −1.2).

Ingredients (42)

• 5Enriched bleached wheat flourRefined grain; bleaching and enrichment moderate nutritional value
• 7Malted barley flourWhole grain derivative; adds flavor and nutrients with minimal processing.
• 8NiacinB vitamin, essential micronutrient added for nutritional enrichment.
• 8IronEssential mineral; micronutrient fortification.
• 8Thiamine mononitrateB vitamin (thiamine); essential nutrient added for enrichment.
• 8RiboflavinB vitamin; essential micronutrient added for nutritional enrichment.
• 8Folic acidB vitamin; essential micronutrient added for nutritional enrichment.
• 10WaterEssential ingredient; no health concerns.
• 2Corn syrupHighly processed sweetener with minimal nutritional value.
• 5Soybean OilPlant-based oil; polyunsaturated, likely refined and processed.
• 8YeastNatural leavening agent; provides B vitamins and minerals
• 6SaltEssential mineral; acceptable in moderation for flavor
• 7Wheat glutenNatural protein concentrate; safe except for celiac individuals
• 2Hydrogenated Cottonseed OilContains trans fats, associated with cardiovascular health concerns
• 5Corn starchRefined carbohydrate; minimal fiber or nutrition.
• 6Calcium stearoyl lactylateFood additive; dough conditioner, generally recognized as safe
• 8Oat fiberMinimally processed, excellent soluble fiber source, supports digestion
• 6Guar GumNatural thickener from guar beans; safe but highly processed.
• 5MonoglyceridesEmulsifier derived from fats; improves texture but highly processed.
• 6Calcium sulfateFood additive; used as firming agent and desiccant; generally safe.
• 6Sodium alginateNatural thickener from seaweed; safe additive.
• 6Monocalcium phosphateChemical leavening agent; safe but highly processed.
• 4Ammonium sulfateDough conditioner; synthetic but widely used.
• 8Ascorbic acidVitamin C; essential nutrient, acts as preservative
• 6Potassium iodateIodine source; prevents iodine deficiency
• 5AzodicarbonamideUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 6Calcium peroxideDough oxidizer; food additive for flour treatment
• 5L-Cysteine HydrochlorideProcessed amino acid, used as dough conditioner, generally safe in food
• 6CreamMinimally processed dairy ingredient; natural source of fat.
• 7Sodium CitrateFood additive; mineral salt; pH buffer; safe in normal amounts.
• 6Sorbic AcidSynthetic preservative; safe at permitted levels; prevents microbial growth
• 5Sodium PhosphateFood additive for texture; generally safe but artificial.
• 2Artificial colorSynthetic dyes; associated with behavioral concerns in sensitive individuals.
• 7EnzymesNatural food enzymes aid cheese production; safe and minimally processed.
• 7Acetic acidFood preservative and coagulant; naturally derived, safe in food.
• 6Soy lecithinNatural emulsifier from soy; aids texture and shelf-life
• 8Dried onionDehydrated vegetable; minimally processed, natural flavoring.
• 9PepperNatural spice; contains antioxidants and beneficial compounds
• 4Corn syrup solidsHighly refined sweetener; minimal nutrition, increases calorie content
• 6Diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono-diglyceridesFood emulsifier; processing aid used in small quantities
• 9BeefWhole food protein; rich in iron, B vitamins, nutrients
• 8Cultured milkFermented dairy; provides probiotics and calcium naturally

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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