Is Chicken Broth Safe? Ingredient Analysis
College Inn
College Inn's Chicken Broth is reviewed here as a soup broth. 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 Monosodium Glutamate, Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes chicken broth and several additives like monosodium glutamate and hydrolyzed wheat gluten. These processed ingredients raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that raises 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
- Chicken broth serves as a natural base, providing flavor and moisture.
- Carrot juice concentrate adds a natural color and slight sweetness to the broth.
Concerns
- Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Hydrolyzed wheat gluten may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
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 soup broth, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Chicken Broth safe in this soup broth?
Good
Chicken Broth is used here as base. Chicken broth is a natural base providing flavor and moisture, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Chicken broth
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Is Salt safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but raises concerns about sodium intake, especially in processed foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Dextrose safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar used for flavor enhancement, but its presence indicates some level of processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Chicken Fat safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Chicken Fat is used here as flavor. Chicken fat adds richness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chicken fat
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Is Monosodium Glutamate safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Monosodium Glutamate is used here as flavor. Monosodium glutamate is a synthetic flavor enhancer that can raise concerns about artificial additives in food.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: monosodium glutamate
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Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is used here as emulsifier. Hydrolyzed wheat gluten is a processed ingredient that may cause issues for individuals with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: hydrolyzed wheat gluten
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are derived from natural sources but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Autolyzed Yeast Extract safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Autolyzed Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Autolyzed yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: autolyzed yeast extract
Read the full ingredient profile for Autolyzed Yeast Extract
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Is Carrot Juice Concentrate safe in this soup broth?
Good
Carrot Juice Concentrate is used here as colorant. Carrot juice concentrate is a natural colorant that adds a slight sweetness and enhances the broth's appearance.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: carrot juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Carrot Juice Concentrate
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. Mono and diglycerides are emulsifiers that help maintain texture but are often derived from processed fats.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: mono and diglycerides
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety assessments.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: xanthan gum
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Is Onion Juice Concentrate safe in this soup broth?
Good
Onion Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Onion juice concentrate adds natural flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Onion Juice Concentrate
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: 2401105
More from this brand: College Inn products in Zerotox
Similar products: soup_broth in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat
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