Is Allens Cheekies Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Allens
Allens Cheekies is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Allens. The product scores 30/100 in Zerotox, meaning it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Glucose Syrup, Cane Sugar, Wheat affect the overall evaluation.
30 / 100
Why score is 30
The composition includes glucose syrup and cane sugar, both of which are high in processed sugars. The presence of full cream milk powder raises concerns about dairy content and allergens.
Main concern
Glucose syrup and cane sugar are high in processed sugars, raising quality concerns.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains cocoa, which can provide a rich flavor profile.
- Includes full cream milk powder, adding creaminess to the texture.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup and cane sugar are high in processed sugars, raising quality concerns.
- Contains wheat and gluten, posing risks for those with gluten sensitivities.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener derived from starch, contributing to high sugar content and raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sugar that adds sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Wheat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Wheat is used here as base. Wheat is a common allergen and can cause adverse reactions in individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: contains wheat
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Is Full Cream Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Full Cream Milk Powder is used here as base. Full cream milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but raises concerns for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: full cream milk powder
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Is Cocoa safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa is a natural ingredient that enhances flavor and may provide some antioxidant properties, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cocoa
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4250617
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat , gluten
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