Is Country Crisp Chunky Nuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Jordans
Country Crisp Chunky Nuts is a cereal from Jordans. It has a Zerotox safety score of 70/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes wholegrain cereals and a variety of nuts, but the presence of sugar and vegetable oils raises quality concerns. Overall, the product has a mix of good and medium ingredients.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes wholegrain cereals and a variety of nuts, but the presence of sugar and vegetable oils raises quality concerns. Overall, the product has a mix of good and medium ingredients.
Main concern
Sugar is included, which raises concerns about added sweeteners and overall health impact.
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
- Wholegrain cereals like oat flakes provide dietary fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- A variety of nuts, including hazelnuts and almonds, offer healthy fats and nutrients, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Concerns
- Sugar is included, which raises concerns about added sweeteners and overall health impact.
- Vegetable oil, primarily rapeseed and sunflower oil, is processed and may not align with health-conscious choices.
Who should avoid this product?
This cereal may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this cereal so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Wholegrain Cereals safe in this cereal?
Good
Wholegrain Cereals is used here as base. Wholegrain cereals provide essential fiber and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's health profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wholegrain Cereals (48%) (_OAT_ Flakes, _OAT_ Flour)
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Is Sugar safe in this cereal?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and its health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Nuts safe in this cereal?
Good
Nuts is used here as base. A mix of nuts, including hazelnuts and almonds, provides healthy fats and protein, enhancing the product's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Nuts (14%) (Chopped & Whole Roasted _HAZELNUTS_, Sliced & Whole _ALMONDS_, Chopped _BRAZIL NUTS_, Chopped _PECAN NUTS_)
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this cereal?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil, including rapeseed and sunflower oil, is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vegetable Oil (rapeseed oil and sunflower oil)
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Is Barley Flakes safe in this cereal?
Good
Barley Flakes is used here as base. Barley flakes add fiber and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: _BARLEY_ Flakes
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Is Rice Flour safe in this cereal?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a processed ingredient that serves as a filler but lacks the nutritional benefits of whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rice Flour
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Is Desiccated Coconut safe in this cereal?
Medium
Desiccated Coconut is used here as base. Desiccated coconut adds flavor and texture but is high in saturated fat, which may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Desiccated Coconut
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Is Natural Flavouring safe in this cereal?
Medium
Natural Flavouring is used here as flavor. Natural flavouring enhances taste but may be derived from various sources, raising questions about its specific composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Flavouring
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: 3933494
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Allergens detected: tree_nut
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