Is Barony Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Vitanella
This page reviews Barony by Vitanella as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Dextrose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes roasted peanuts and dried cranberries, but also contains several processed ingredients like maltodextrin and dextrose, raising quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains maltodextrin, a processed carbohydrate that may raise concerns about quality.
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 roasted peanuts, providing a source of healthy fats and protein.
- Includes dried cranberries, which add natural sweetness and some fiber.
- Roasted cashews and almonds contribute to a diverse nut profile.
- Sunflower seeds offer additional nutrients and healthy fats.
Concerns
- Contains maltodextrin, a processed carbohydrate that may raise concerns about quality.
- Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to rapid blood sugar spikes.
- Inclusion of sugar syrup and sweetened dried cranberries indicates added sugars.
- Lecithins from rapeseed are emulsifiers that may raise concerns about processing.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the snack's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Orzeszki ziemne prażone
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Is Inverted Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Inverted Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Inverted sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can enhance sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: syrop cukru inwertowanego
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Is Dried Cranberries safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Cranberries is used here as sweetener. Dried cranberries add natural sweetness but are sweetened, which increases sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: żurawina suszona słodzona
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Is Roasted Cashews safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Cashews is used here as base. Roasted cashews provide healthy fats and a creamy texture, enhancing the overall quality of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: prażone orzechy nerkowca
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Is Sunflower Seeds safe in this snack?
Good
Sunflower Seeds is used here as base. Sunflower seeds are nutrient-dense, providing healthy fats, protein, and fiber, contributing positively to the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: ziarna słonecznika
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture but may raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: syrop maltozowy
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Is Dried Raisins safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Raisins is used here as sweetener. Dried raisins add sweetness and some fiber but are high in natural sugars, which can be a concern.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: rodzynki suszone
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Is Roasted Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Almonds is used here as base. Roasted almonds provide healthy fats and protein, enhancing the nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: migdały prażone
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Is Cereal Extrudate safe in this snack?
Medium
Cereal Extrudate is used here as base. Cereal extrudate adds texture but is a processed ingredient that may not contribute significantly to nutrition.
Role in formula: base
Original: ekstrudat zbożowy
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can lead to rapid increases in blood sugar levels, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dekstroza
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a processed ingredient that provides texture but lacks significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: mąka ryżowa
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Is Lecithins safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins from rapeseed are used as emulsifiers, which may raise concerns about processing and sourcing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator: lecytyny (z rzepaku)
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: 4193956
More from this brand: Vitanella products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut
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