Is Berry Nutty Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nature's Garden
This page reviews Berry Nutty Mix by Nature's Garden as a snack. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sweetened Dried Cranberries, Sweetened Dried Cherries.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The Berry Nutty Mix contains a blend of nuts and dried fruits, including roasted peanuts and sweetened dried cranberries. The presence of sweetened ingredients raises concerns about added sugars, impacting the overall quality rating.
Main concern
Sweetened dried cranberries and cherries contain added 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 roasted peanuts and almonds, which provide healthy fats and protein.
- Includes a variety of dried fruits, adding natural sweetness and fiber.
- Roasted cashews contribute to a rich flavor profile and texture.
- Golden raisins and black raisins offer antioxidants and vitamins.
Concerns
- Sweetened dried cranberries and cherries contain added sugars, raising quality concerns.
- The mix may not be suitable for those avoiding added sugars.
- Presence of multiple sweetened ingredients can lead to higher calorie content.
- Potential allergen risk due to nuts, which may not be suitable for all 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
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 to the nutritional value of the mix.
Role in formula: base
Original: Roasted Peanuts
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Is Golden Raisins safe in this snack?
Medium
Golden Raisins is used here as flavor. Golden raisins add natural sweetness and some fiber, but they are also high in sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Golden Raisins
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Is Sweetened Dried Cranberries safe in this snack?
Bad
Sweetened Dried Cranberries is used here as sweetener. Sweetened dried cranberries contain added sugars, which can raise concerns about excessive sweetness and calorie content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sweetened Dried Cranberries
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Dried Cranberries
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Is Black Raisins safe in this snack?
Good
Black Raisins is used here as flavor. Black raisins provide natural sweetness and are a source of antioxidants, enhancing the mix's health profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Black Raisins
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Is Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, contributing positively to the mix's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Almonds
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Is Roasted Cashews safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Cashews is used here as base. Roasted cashews add a creamy texture and rich flavor, along with healthy fats and some protein.
Role in formula: base
Original: Roasted Cashews
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Is Sweetened Dried Cherries safe in this snack?
Bad
Sweetened Dried Cherries is used here as sweetener. Sweetened dried cherries contain added sugars, which can contribute to higher calorie content and raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sweetened Dried Cherries
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: 3464351
More from this brand: Nature's Garden products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut
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