Is Corn Bread Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Leclerc
This page reviews Corn Bread by Leclerc as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Gluten.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like wheat flour and various enzymes, indicating a moderate quality. The presence of gluten and soy raises concerns for those with allergies.
Main concern
High gluten content may pose risks for individuals with gluten intolerance.
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 corn flour, which adds a unique flavor and texture to the bread.
- Includes sunflower seeds, providing some nutritional benefits and texture.
Concerns
- High gluten content may pose risks for individuals with gluten intolerance.
- Presence of multiple processed ingredients like E471 and E300 raises 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
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 Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and texture in bread, contributing to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a primary ingredient providing structure, but its refined nature raises some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de ble
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Is Corn Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Corn Flour is used here as base. Corn flour adds flavor and texture, enhancing the product's overall appeal without significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de maïs
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Is Sunflower Seeds safe in this snack?
Good
Sunflower Seeds is used here as base. Sunflower seeds contribute healthy fats and protein, improving the nutritional profile of the bread.
Role in formula: base
Original: graines de tournesol
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Is Gluten safe in this snack?
Bad
Gluten is used here as base. Gluten is a protein that provides elasticity but poses risks for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
Role in formula: base
Original: GLUTEN
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Is Potassium Citrate safe in this snack?
Medium
Potassium Citrate is used here as stabilizer. Potassium citrate acts as a stabilizer, but its processed nature raises some concerns regarding ingredient quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: citrate de potassium (322/max 70ppm)
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid is used as an antioxidant to improve dough quality, though it is a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: acide ascorbique
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Is Enzymes safe in this snack?
Medium
Enzymes is used here as enzyme. Enzymes like alpha-amylase and cellulase are added to improve dough handling but indicate a processed composition.
Role in formula: enzyme
Original: enzymes (alpha-amylase, cellulase, xylanase)
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: 3357369
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Allergens detected: gluten , soy
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