Is Coconut Dreams Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Keebler
This page reviews Coconut Dreams by Keebler as a snack. Its current score is 45/100, suggesting that it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Corn Syrup, Sorbitol.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives such as sorbitol and carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of enriched flour and corn syrup indicates a highly processed composition.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and corn syrup 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 coconut, which adds natural flavor and texture.
- Includes enriched flour, providing some vitamins and minerals.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and corn syrup raises health concerns.
- Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.
- Sorbitol and glycerin are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
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 contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns due to its high caloric content and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Enriched Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Flour is used here as base. Enriched flour is processed wheat flour with added vitamins. While it provides some nutrients, it is still a refined ingredient with lower fiber content.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, vitamin b₁ [thiamin mononitrate], vitamin b2 (riboflavin], folic acid)
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil, including palm and soybean oil, is used for texture and moisture. However, the presence of TBHQ raises concerns about synthetic preservatives.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oil (palm kernel, palm and soybean oil with tbhq for freshness)
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Is Coconut safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut is used here as natural_extract. Coconut adds natural flavor and texture to the product, contributing positively to its overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: coconut
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Is Corn Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup is a sweetener that adds to the sugar content and raises concerns due to its high fructose content, which may have negative health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: corn syrup
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Is Sweetened Condensed Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweetened Condensed Milk is used here as base. Sweetened condensed milk adds creaminess and sweetness but also contributes to the overall sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: sweetened condensed milk (milk, sugar)
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Condensed Milk
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Is Cocoa safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa provides a rich chocolate flavor and contains antioxidants, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cocoa
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Bad
Sorbitol is used here as sweetener. Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener that may cause digestive discomfort in some individuals, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sorbitol
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Is Glycerin safe in this snack?
Bad
Glycerin is used here as sweetener. Glycerin is a synthetic sweetener that can raise concerns about the use of artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glycerin
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Is Invert Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Invert Sugar is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar is a processed sweetener that can contribute to the overall sugar content and raises concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: invert sugar
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Is Cornstarch safe in this snack?
Medium
Cornstarch is used here as thickener. Cornstarch is used as a thickening agent but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: cornstarch
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in many foods, contributing to the overall taste without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Natural And Artificial Flavors safe in this snack?
Bad
Natural And Artificial Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural and artificial flavors are vague terms that can include a variety of synthetic compounds, raising concerns about the quality and safety of the flavoring agents used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural and artificial flavors
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural And Artificial Flavors
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is derived from soy, which may be a concern for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that contributes to the overall sugar content and raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Sorbitan Tristearate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sorbitan Tristearate is used here as emulsifier. Sorbitan tristearate is an emulsifier that helps maintain texture but is a processed ingredient with limited nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sorbitan tristearate
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Is Leavening safe in this snack?
Medium
Leavening is used here as leavening. Leavening agents like monocalcium phosphate and baking soda are used to create texture but are processed ingredients with no significant nutritional value.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: leavening (monocalcium phosphate, baking soda)
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Is Carrageenan safe in this snack?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as thickener. Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals, raising concerns about its safety in food products.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: carrageenan
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Is Peanut Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Peanut Flour is used here as base. Peanut flour adds protein and flavor, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: peanut flour
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: 2406924
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk , soy , wheat , coconut
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