Booster Bowl Soya Ginger Chicken product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Booster Bowl Soya Ginger Chicken Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Woollies

Booster Bowl Soya Ginger Chicken is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Woollies. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Sodium Metabisulphite affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like coconut ginger soya dressing and sherry, which raise quality concerns. Ingredients like sugar and preservatives indicate a less clean profile.

Main concern

Coconut ginger soya dressing contains preservatives like sulphur dioxide, raising concerns about synthetic additives.

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 quinoa and brown basmati rice, which are whole grains providing fiber and nutrients.
  • Includes edamame beans, a good source of plant-based protein and essential amino acids.
  • Features ginger and garlic, known for their flavor and potential health benefits.
  • Red cabbage adds antioxidants and vitamins, contributing positively to the overall composition.

Concerns

  • Coconut ginger soya dressing contains preservatives like sulphur dioxide, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Presence of sugar in the dressing and sherry indicates added sweetness, which may not be desirable.
  • Use of colorants and emulsifiers suggests a highly processed product, impacting overall quality.
  • Sodium metabisulphite in coconut cream is a synthetic preservative that may raise safety concerns.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

  • Is Cooked Coconut Brown Basmati Rice And Quinoa safe in this food?

    Good

    Cooked Coconut Brown Basmati Rice And Quinoa is used here as base. Whole grains like brown basmati rice and quinoa provide fiber and essential nutrients, contributing positively to the dish's nutritional profile.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Cooked coconut brown basmati rice and quinoa

  • Is Cooked Chicken Breast safe in this food?

    Good

    Cooked Chicken Breast is used here as base. Cooked chicken breast is a lean source of protein, essential for muscle maintenance and overall health.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Cooked chicken breast

    Read the full ingredient profile for Cooked Chicken Breast

  • Is Red Cabbage safe in this food?

    Good

    Red Cabbage is used here as base. Red cabbage is rich in antioxidants and vitamins, enhancing the nutritional value of the dish.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Red cabbage

    Read the full ingredient profile for Red Cabbage

  • Is Coconut Ginger Soya Dressing safe in this food?

    Medium

    Coconut Ginger Soya Dressing is used here as flavor. This dressing adds flavor but contains preservatives and sugar, which may raise concerns about processed ingredients.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Coconut ginger soya dressing

  • Is Slaw Mix safe in this food?

    Good

    Slaw Mix is used here as base. The slaw mix typically includes various vegetables, contributing vitamins and fiber to the dish.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Slaw mix

  • Is Edamame Beans safe in this food?

    Good

    Edamame Beans is used here as base. Edamame beans are a good source of plant-based protein and essential nutrients, enhancing the dish's health profile.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Edamame beans

    Read the full ingredient profile for Edamame Beans

  • Is Water safe in this food?

    Good

    Water is used here as solvent. Water is essential for cooking and hydration, playing a crucial role in the preparation of this dish.

    Role in formula: solvent

    Original: Water

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Coconut Cream safe in this food?

    Medium

    Coconut Cream is used here as base. Coconut cream adds richness but contains stabilizers and emulsifiers, indicating processing that may affect quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Coconut cream

    Read the full ingredient profile for Coconut Cream

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to a higher calorie count and potential health concerns.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Sugar

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Sodium Metabisulphite safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sodium Metabisulphite is used here as preservative. Sodium metabisulphite is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about potential allergic reactions and sensitivity.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: Sodium metabisulphitel

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Metabisulphite

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: 4022831

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Allergens detected: mustard

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains quinoa and brown basmati rice, which are whole grains providing fiber and nutrients.; Includes edamame beans, a good source of plant-based protein and essential amino acids.; Features ginger and garlic, known for their flavor and potential health benefits.. See the Pros section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Woollies — Booster Bowl Soya Ginger Chicken has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product is flagged for: Coconut ginger soya dressing contains preservatives like sulphur dioxide, raising concerns about synthetic additives.; Presence of sugar in the dressing and sherry indicates added sweetness, which may not be desirable.; Use of colorants and emulsifiers suggests a highly processed product, impacting overall quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Zerotox gives Woollies — Booster Bowl Soya Ginger Chicken 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like coconut ginger soya dressing and sherry, which raise quality concerns. Ingredients like sugar and preservatives indicate a less clean profile. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.