Is Bio Rice Cakes Milk Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lebensgarten
Lebensgarten's Bio Rice Cakes Milk Chocolate 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The product contains milk chocolate with 56% cocoa solids, including sugar and cocoa butter, alongside rice cakes. The presence of refined sugar raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Includes refined sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
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 rice cakes made from 99% rice, indicating a simple and natural base.
- Milk chocolate provides a familiar flavor profile, appealing to chocolate lovers.
Concerns
- Includes refined sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
- Milk powder in chocolate may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the chocolate, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Rohrrohzucker
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as fat. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, used for texture in chocolate. While it is natural, it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: fat
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder is a dairy ingredient that adds creaminess to the chocolate but may pose issues for lactose-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans and is essential for chocolate flavor. It is a natural ingredient with beneficial properties.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Rice safe in this snack?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice is the primary ingredient in the rice cakes, providing a gluten-free base that is generally well-tolerated.
Role in formula: base
Original: Reis
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Is Sesame safe in this snack?
Good
Sesame is used here as base. Sesame adds a nutty flavor and is a source of healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sesam
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, adding a savory balance to the sweetness of the chocolate.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Meersalz
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: 3552140
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Allergens detected: milk , sesame
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