Is Bear Bites Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Kodiak Cakes
Kodiak Cakes's Bear Bites is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes whole wheat flour and graham flour, which are beneficial, but also contains cane sugar and milk protein concentrate, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple oils and leavening agents indicates a processed nature.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes whole wheat flour and graham flour, which are beneficial, but also contains cane sugar and milk protein concentrate, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple oils and leavening agents indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Cane sugar and brown sugar are added sweeteners, which can raise concerns about excessive sugar content.
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
- Whole wheat flour and whole grain graham flour provide fiber and nutrients, supporting a moderate rating.
- Natural flavoring contributes to taste without synthetic additives, enhancing overall quality.
Concerns
- Cane sugar and brown sugar are added sweeteners, which can raise concerns about excessive sugar content.
- The inclusion of multiple oils (sunflower, canola, soybean) suggests a processed composition, which may affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Whole Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Wheat Flour is used here as base. Whole wheat flour is a minimally processed grain that provides fiber and essential nutrients, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: 100% whole wheat flour
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Is Whole Grain Graham Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Grain Graham Flour is used here as base. Whole grain graham flour is a nutritious ingredient that adds fiber and enhances the overall health profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: 100% whole grain graham flour
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that adds sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that is processed, which may raise concerns about the overall quality of the ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: sunflower and/or canola and/or soybean oil
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Is Milk Protein Concentrate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Milk protein concentrate is a processed dairy ingredient that adds protein but may raise concerns about processing levels.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk protein concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Milk Protein Concentrate
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar is a form of sugar that adds sweetness and moisture but contributes to the overall sugar content of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: brown sugar
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Is Cocoa Processed With Alkali safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Processed With Alkali is used here as flavor. Cocoa processed with alkali is used for flavoring but may have reduced antioxidant properties compared to natural cocoa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cocoa (processed with alkali)
Read the full ingredient profile for Cocoa Processed With Alkali
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Is Egg Whites safe in this snack?
Good
Egg Whites is used here as base. Egg whites provide protein and contribute to the texture of the product, enhancing its nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: egg whites
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is used to enhance taste but can vary in quality and may not be fully disclosed.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor
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Is Baking Soda safe in this snack?
Good
Baking Soda is used here as leavening. Baking soda is a common leavening agent that helps the product rise, contributing to its texture without safety concerns.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: baking soda
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Is Baking Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening. Baking powder is a leavening agent that contains multiple components, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: baking powder [sodium acid pyrophosphate, baking soda, corn starch, and monocalcium phosphate]
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Is Dry Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Dry Honey is used here as sweetener. Dry honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and may provide some beneficial properties compared to refined sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dry honey
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Is Whey safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey is used here as base. Whey is a dairy byproduct that adds protein but is processed, which may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as base. Wheat starch is a processed ingredient that may affect texture but raises concerns about its processing level.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat starch
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Is Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is often derived from processed sources, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sunflower and/or soybean and/or canola lecithin
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is a common ingredient that enhances flavor and is generally safe in moderate amounts.
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: 3400621
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , wheat
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