Is Chickpeas Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bonduelle Restauration
This page reviews Chickpeas by Bonduelle Restauration as a food. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition includes soaked chickpeas, water, and natural flavoring. The presence of natural flavoring raises minimal concerns, supporting a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition includes soaked chickpeas, water, and natural flavoring. The presence of natural flavoring raises minimal concerns, supporting a clean rating.
Main concern
The presence of salt may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
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
- Chickpeas are a natural source of plant-based protein, contributing positively to the product's quality.
- The use of water as a primary ingredient ensures hydration and maintains the texture of the chickpeas.
- Natural flavoring enhances taste without synthetic additives, supporting a clean ingredient profile.
Concerns
- The presence of salt may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
- Potential soy contamination indicates a risk for individuals with soy allergies.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Chickpeas safe in this food?
Good
Chickpeas is used here as base. Chickpeas are a nutritious legume providing fiber and protein, essential for a balanced diet. Their inclusion supports the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pois chiches secs trempés
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent and hydration agent, crucial for maintaining the texture and quality of the chickpeas in this product.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but can contribute to sodium intake concerns, particularly for those on restricted diets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Natural Flavoring safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is included to enhance taste without synthetic additives, though its exact composition is not disclosed, raising some quality questions.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel
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: 3589741
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Allergens detected: soy
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