Is Bagels Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Against The Grain Gourmet
This page reviews Bagels by Against The Grain Gourmet as a snack. Its current score is 75/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes tapioca starch and mozzarella cheese, which are acceptable but indicate some processing. The presence of milk and egg raises concerns for those with dietary restrictions.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes tapioca starch and mozzarella cheese, which are acceptable but indicate some processing. The presence of milk and egg raises concerns for those with dietary restrictions.
Main concern
The inclusion of milk and egg may pose allergen risks for individuals with dairy or egg allergies.
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
- Tapioca starch is a gluten-free ingredient, making these bagels suitable for gluten-sensitive consumers.
- Mozzarella cheese provides a source of calcium and adds flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- The inclusion of milk and egg may pose allergen risks for individuals with dairy or egg allergies.
- Avocado oil and/or olive oil, while healthier fats, indicate some level of processing which may concern some consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as base. Tapioca starch serves as a gluten-free base for the bagels, providing structure. However, it is a processed ingredient, which raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tapioca Starch
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that hydrates the dough, essential for the bagel's texture and structure. It poses no quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Egg safe in this snack?
Medium
Egg is used here as base. Eggs contribute to the bagel's richness and texture. However, they may raise allergen concerns for those with egg sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: Egg
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Is Avocado Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Avocado Oil is used here as base. Avocado oil is a healthy fat that enhances flavor and moisture in the bagels. It is minimally processed and considered a good quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Avocado Oil and/or Olive Oil
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Is Mozzarella Cheese safe in this snack?
Medium
Mozzarella Cheese is used here as base. Mozzarella cheese adds flavor and texture to the bagels. While it provides some nutritional benefits, it may be problematic for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mozzarella Cheese (cultured pasteurized part-skim milk, salt, enzymes)
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Is Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk adds moisture and flavor to the bagels. However, it raises allergen concerns for those with dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milk
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation in the bagels. It is a common ingredient with no significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salt
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: 3505814
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Allergens detected: milk , egg
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