Is Brown Bread Rich in Fiber and Gluten-Free Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Intermarché
Brown Bread Rich in Fiber and Gluten-Free is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Intermarché. 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 Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like tapioca starch and hydroxypropyl-methylcellulose, which raise quality concerns. The presence of dehydrated egg white also indicates animal-derived content.
Main concern
Includes hydroxypropyl-methyl-cellulose, a synthetic stabilizer that raises concerns about processed 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 a variety of seeds (11%) which can enhance texture and provide some nutritional benefits.
- Gluten-free formulation makes it suitable for individuals with gluten intolerance.
Concerns
- Includes hydroxypropyl-methyl-cellulose, a synthetic stabilizer that raises concerns about processed additives.
- Dehydrated egg white indicates animal-derived content, which may not suit all dietary preferences.
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.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental base for the bread, contributing to moisture and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Tapioca starch is used for texture and binding, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fécule de tapioca
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Is Rice Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a common gluten-free alternative, providing structure but is a refined ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de riz
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Is Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Seeds is used here as natural_extract. A mix of seeds (11%) adds nutritional value and texture, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: graines (11%)
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Is Sunflower Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Sunflower Seeds is used here as natural_extract. Sunflower seeds provide healthy fats and protein, enhancing the nutritional profile of the bread.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: graines de tournesol
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Is Millet Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Millet Seeds is used here as natural_extract. Millet seeds are nutritious and gluten-free, contributing positively to the bread's fiber content.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: graines de millet
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Is Poppy Seeds safe in this food?
Good
Poppy Seeds is used here as natural_extract. Poppy seeds add flavor and texture, along with beneficial nutrients, enhancing the overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: graines de pavot
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Is Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: féculent de pomme de terre
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as oil_fat. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil, but its refined nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: huile de colza
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as oil_fat. Sunflower oil is often used in baking, but it is a refined oil that may not be the healthiest option.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as natural_extract. Yeast is essential for fermentation, contributing to the bread's rise and texture without quality concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: levure
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Is Psyllium Husk Powder safe in this food?
Good
Psyllium Husk Powder is used here as thickener. Psyllium husk powder is a natural thickener that aids in moisture retention and improves texture.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: enveloppes de psyllium en poudre
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Is Vegetable Glycerol safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Glycerol is used here as humectant. Vegetable glycerol acts as a humectant, helping to retain moisture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: humectant: glycerol végétal
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Is Blackstrap Molasses safe in this food?
Medium
Blackstrap Molasses is used here as sweetener. Blackstrap molasses adds sweetness and flavor but is a processed ingredient with some quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: mélasse noire
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Is Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose safe in this food?
Bad
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is used here as stabilizer. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is a synthetic stabilizer that raises concerns about processed additives.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisant: hydroxypropyl-méthyl-cellulose
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Is Dehydrated Egg White safe in this food?
Medium
Dehydrated Egg White is used here as base. Dehydrated egg white is used for structure but indicates animal-derived content, which may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: blanc d'oeuf deshydraté
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Is Corn Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Corn Flour is used here as base. Corn flour is a refined ingredient that provides texture but raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de mais
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this food?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is essential for flavor and provides iodine, which is beneficial for health.
Role in formula: base
Original: sel iodé
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Is Potassium Iodate safe in this food?
Medium
Potassium Iodate is used here as base. Potassium iodate is used to iodize salt but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: sel iodate de potassium
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Is Fermented Corn Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Fermented Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Fermented corn starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de mais fermenté
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Is Corn Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is a common thickener but is a refined ingredient that may not be the healthiest option.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de mais
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Is Rice Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de riz
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: 3350251
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Allergens detected: egg
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