Is Budittini Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Gaona
This page reviews Budittini by Gaona as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Humectants Ins 420 Ins 1520, Colorant Ins 150a.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and preservatives (INS 202, INS 282), which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colorant (INS 150a) further indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
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 enriched wheat flour, providing added nutrients like iron and folic acid.
- Includes yogurt, which can contribute to moisture and flavor in the product.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
- Contains multiple preservatives (INS 202, INS 282) indicating a highly processed composition.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and potential health issues when consumed excessively.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Azúcar
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Enriched wheat flour provides essential nutrients but is a refined ingredient that may raise concerns for those avoiding gluten.
Role in formula: base
Original: Harina de trigo enriquecida segun ley 25630
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Is Dulce De Leche safe in this snack?
Medium
Dulce De Leche is used here as flavor. Dulce de leche adds sweetness and flavor but is high in sugar and calories, contributing to the overall sweetness of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dulce de leche
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Is Liquid Egg safe in this snack?
Good
Liquid Egg is used here as base. Liquid egg provides protein and moisture, enhancing the texture and nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: huevo liquido
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Is High Oleic Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
High Oleic Sunflower Oil is used here as base. High oleic sunflower oil is a more stable oil for frying and baking, but it is still a processed fat that may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite de girasol alto oleico
Read the full ingredient profile for High Oleic Sunflower Oil
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Is Whole Liquid Yogurt Vanilla Flavor safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Liquid Yogurt Vanilla Flavor is used here as base. Whole liquid yogurt adds moisture and flavor, contributing beneficial probiotics, though it may contain added sugars.
Role in formula: base
Original: yogurt liquido entero sabor vainilla
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds rich flavor and antioxidants, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao en polvo
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation due to potential health risks associated with high sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Modified Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used as a thickening agent, which can improve texture but raises concerns about processing and additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: almidón modificado
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Is Vitamin B3 safe in this snack?
Good
Vitamin B3 is used here as base. Vitamin B3 is added for nutritional enhancement, supporting energy metabolism and overall health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vitamina B3
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Is Vitamin B6 safe in this snack?
Good
Vitamin B6 is used here as base. Vitamin B6 is included for its role in metabolism and brain health, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vitamina B6
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Is Vitamin B2 safe in this snack?
Good
Vitamin B2 is used here as base. Vitamin B2 supports energy production and is beneficial for skin and eye health, enhancing the product's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vitamina B2
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Is Vitamin B1 safe in this snack?
Good
Vitamin B1 is used here as base. Vitamin B1 is essential for energy metabolism, contributing positively to the overall nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vitamina B1
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Is Folic Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Folic Acid is used here as base. Folic acid is important for cell division and overall health, enhancing the nutritional value of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Acido fólico
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Is Iron safe in this snack?
Good
Iron is used here as base. Iron is added to support oxygen transport in the body, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: hierro
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Is Zinc safe in this snack?
Good
Zinc is used here as base. Zinc is included for its role in immune function and metabolism, enhancing the overall nutritional value of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: zinc
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Is Calcium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Calcium Carbonate is used here as base. Calcium carbonate is used as a calcium source but is a synthetic compound that raises concerns about additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: carbonato de calcio
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Is Humectants Ins 420 Ins 1520 safe in this snack?
Bad
Humectants Ins 420 Ins 1520 is used here as preservative. Humectants are added to retain moisture but are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns regarding processing.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Humectantes (INS 420, INS 1520)
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Is Colorant Ins 150a safe in this snack?
Bad
Colorant Ins 150a is used here as colorant. The artificial colorant (INS 150a) is used for visual appeal but raises concerns about synthetic additives in food products.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Colorante (INS 150a)
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Is Acidity Regulator Ins 500ii Ins 541i safe in this snack?
Bad
Acidity Regulator Ins 500ii Ins 541i is used here as stabilizer. Acidity regulators are used to maintain pH balance but are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Regulador de la acidez (INS 500ii, INS 541i)
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Is Chocolate Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate Flavor is used here as flavor. Chocolate flavoring enhances taste but may contain artificial components, raising concerns about flavor additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma chocolate
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Is Preservatives Ins 202 Ins 282 safe in this snack?
Bad
Preservatives Ins 202 Ins 282 is used here as preservative. Preservatives are included to extend shelf life but are synthetic additives that raise concerns about processed food quality.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Conservantes (INS 202, INS 282)
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Is Emulsifiers Ins 471 Ins 433 safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifiers Ins 471 Ins 433 is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers help blend ingredients but are often synthetic, raising concerns about the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulsionantes (INS 471, INS 433)
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: 4106153
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