Is Burrito Sauce Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Entertainment Production House
Entertainment Production House's Burrito Sauce Mix is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes corn treated with lime water, niacin, and various B vitamins, indicating a processed product with some beneficial nutrients. However, the presence of salt and unspecified spices raises concerns about sodium content and potential additives.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes corn treated with lime water, niacin, and various B vitamins, indicating a processed product with some beneficial nutrients. However, the presence of salt and unspecified spices raises concerns about sodium content and potential additives.
Main concern
High sodium content from added salt may raise health 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 niacin and B vitamins, which can contribute to nutritional value.
- Corn treated with lime water may enhance digestibility and nutrient availability.
- Chili powder and spices can add flavor complexity to dishes.
- Reduced iron is included, which can help address iron deficiency.
Concerns
- High sodium content from added salt may raise health concerns.
- Lack of specificity regarding 'spices' could indicate undisclosed additives.
- Processed nature of the mix may not appeal to those seeking whole food options.
- Presence of thiamine mononitrate and riboflavin suggests synthetic forms of vitamins.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Corn Treated With Lime Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Corn Treated With Lime Water is used here as base. Corn treated with lime water is used as a base for this sauce mix, enhancing its digestibility and nutrient absorption. However, it indicates processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: CORN TREATED WITH LIME WATER
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Is Niacin safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Niacin is used here as natural_extract. Niacin is included for its nutritional benefits, supporting metabolism and skin health. Its presence is beneficial in this mix.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: NIACIN
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Is Reduced Iron safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Reduced Iron is used here as natural_extract. Reduced iron is added to enhance iron content, which can help prevent deficiencies. Its inclusion is a positive aspect of this product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: REDUCED IRON
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Is Thiamine Mononitrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Thiamine Mononitrate is used here as natural_extract. Thiamine mononitrate is a synthetic form of vitamin B1, used to fortify the mix. While beneficial, its synthetic nature raises some concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: THIAMINE MONONITRATE
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Is Riboflavin safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Riboflavin is used here as natural_extract. Riboflavin is included for its role in energy metabolism. Its synthetic form may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: RIBOFLAVIN
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Is Folic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Folic Acid is used here as natural_extract. Folic acid is a vital B vitamin included for its health benefits, particularly in cell division and growth, making it a positive addition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: FOLIC ACID
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Is Chili Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chili Powder is used here as flavor. Chili powder adds flavor and potential health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory properties, enhancing the overall appeal of the mix.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHILI POWDER
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but raises concerns about sodium intake, which can be detrimental in high amounts.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Spices is used here as flavor. The unspecified 'spices' may contribute to flavor but lack transparency, raising concerns about potential additives or allergens.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SPICES
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: 2443231
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