Is Casa Di Mama - Hawaii Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dr Oetker
Dr Oetker's Casa Di Mama - Hawaii is reviewed here as a food. 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 Palm Fat.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like palm fat and sodium nitrite, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and stabilizers also indicates a less clean profile.
Main concern
Palm fat is a processed ingredient that raises 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 cheese (mozzarella, edamer) which adds flavor and texture.
- Includes pineapple, providing a natural fruit component.
- Tomato paste and pureed tomatoes contribute to the overall taste.
- Parsley adds a natural herb element, enhancing flavor.
Concerns
- Palm fat is a processed ingredient that raises health concerns.
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to potential health risks.
- Sugar is present, indicating added sweetness that may not be necessary.
- Stabilizers like diphosphates and triphosphates suggest a highly processed product.
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 food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary base for the product, providing structure. However, it is a refined ingredient with limited nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: WEIZENMEHL
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and texture in the product, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Pineapple Pieces safe in this food?
Good
Pineapple Pieces is used here as flavor. Pineapple pieces add natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: eingelegte Ananasstücke (Ananas, Wasser, Zucker, Säuerungsmittel (Citronensäure))
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Is Mozzarella safe in this food?
Good
Mozzarella is used here as flavor. Mozzarella cheese contributes creaminess and flavor, enhancing the product's overall appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: schnittfester MOZZARELLA
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Is Edamer safe in this food?
Good
Edamer is used here as flavor. Edamer cheese adds a mild flavor and contributes to the texture of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: EDAMER
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Is Pureed Tomatoes safe in this food?
Good
Pureed Tomatoes is used here as flavor. Pureed tomatoes provide a rich flavor base, essential for the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: passierte Tomaten
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Is Cooked Ham safe in this food?
Medium
Cooked Ham is used here as flavor. Cooked ham adds protein and flavor, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: gekochter Hinterschinken (Schweinefleisch, Wasser, Salz, Dextrose, Stabilisatoren (Diphosphate, Triphosphate, Natriumnitrit), Antioxidationsmittel (Natriumascorbat), Gewürzextrakt, Raucharoma)
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Is Tomato Concentrate safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Concentrate is used here as flavor. Tomato concentrate enhances the tomato flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomatenkonzentrat
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Good
Yeast is used here as base. Yeast is used for leavening, contributing to the texture of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hefe
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about unnecessary added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Palm Fat safe in this food?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed ingredient that raises health concerns due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palmfett
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Is Calcium Phosphates safe in this food?
Medium
Calcium Phosphates is used here as stabilizer. Calcium phosphates are used as stabilizers, but their synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Calciumphosphate
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Is Canola Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is a processed oil that may have mixed health implications due to its refining process.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Parsley safe in this food?
Good
Parsley is used here as flavor. Parsley adds a natural herb flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Petersilie
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is used as a leavening agent, but its presence indicates processing.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Backtriebmittel (Natriumhydrogencarbonat)
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this food?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. Mono- and diglycerides are emulsifiers that help blend ingredients but raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Mono - und Diacetylweinsäureester von Mono - und Diglyceriden von Speisefettsäuren)
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Is Paprika safe in this food?
Good
Paprika is used here as flavor. Paprika adds color and flavor, contributing positively to the product's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Paprika
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Is Oregano safe in this food?
Good
Oregano is used here as flavor. Oregano is a natural herb that enhances flavor, adding to the product's overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Oregano
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: 4028958
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