Wild Blueberry Muffin Mix

blueberry-muffins-mix

Why this score

• Capped: contains Sodium aluminum phosphateEFSA: aluminum exposure concern
• Capped: contains Natural and artificial flavorssynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar, salt (−1.0).

Ingredients (18)

• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric density, minimal nutritional value.
• 9Whole grain sorghum flourMinimally processed whole grain, naturally gluten-free, nutrient-rich
• 9Whole grain millet flourMinimally processed whole grain, nutritious, gluten-free alternative
• 5Food starch modifiedChemically modified starch; unclear long-term health implications
• 6Gum arabicNatural plant-derived thickener, generally safe, minimal nutritional value
• 7Sodium bicarbonateBaking soda; alkalizing agent, generally recognized as safe.
• 5Sodium aluminum phosphateLeavening agent; aluminum exposure concerns; used as alternative to harmful agents.
• 6Monocalcium phosphateChemical leavening agent; safe but highly processed.
• 5Propylene glycol monoesterUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 6Mono- and diglyceridesCommon emulsifier, synthetic but FDA approved, minimal harm
• 5Sodium stearoyl lactylateDough conditioner; synthetic emulsifier, safe but industrial additive.
• 5Soybean oilRefined vegetable oil; likely hydrogenated; high omega-6 content.
• 6SaltSodium chloride; necessary in moderation for taste/function.
• 4Natural and artificial flavorsHeavily processed blend, artificial components raise concerns
• 6Guar GumNatural thickener from guar beans; safe, minimal nutritional value.
• 6Xanthan GumBacterial fermentation product; thickener; generally recognized as safe.
• 10BlueberriesWhole fruit, natural, nutrient-dense antioxidants, clearly beneficial
• 10WaterEssential ingredient; no processing concerns.

Allergens

Contains: 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.