Is Cranberry and Hazelnut Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Opavia
This page reviews Cranberry and Hazelnut Bar by Opavia 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: Sugar, Artificial Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glycerol and isomaltulose, which raise concerns about quality. The presence of sugar in dried cranberries also indicates a level of processing.
Main concern
Dried cranberries contain added sugar, raising concerns about sweetness.
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 whole grain cereals, providing dietary fiber and nutrients.
- Includes hazelnuts, which are a source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
- Dried cranberries add a fruity flavor and some vitamins.
- Inulin is present, which can support digestive health.
Concerns
- Dried cranberries contain added sugar, raising concerns about sweetness.
- Glycerol is a synthetic humectant that may not be desirable for all consumers.
- Isomaltulose is a processed sweetener, indicating a level of refinement.
- Presence of artificial flavors may detract from the natural quality of the product.
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 Whole Grain Cereals safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Grain Cereals is used here as base. Whole grain cereals provide essential nutrients and dietary fiber, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cereálie 33,5 % [celozrnné cereálie 20,7 % (celozrnná pšeničná mouka 12,6 %, pohanková krupice 3,4%, ovesné vločky 1,4 %, celozrnná špaldová mouka (pšenice) 1,3%, celozrnná ječná mouka 1,3 %, sladová celozrnná pšeničná mouka 0,7 %)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added to dried cranberries, contributing to sweetness but raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukr
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Is Glycerol safe in this snack?
Medium
Glycerol is used here as humectant. Glycerol is used to retain moisture in the product, but it is a synthetic ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: glycerol
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts provide healthy fats and antioxidants, enhancing the nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: kousky lískových ořechů 8,5 %
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Is Inulin safe in this snack?
Good
Inulin is used here as fiber. Inulin is a prebiotic fiber that can support digestive health, adding a beneficial aspect to the product.
Role in formula: fiber
Original: inulin
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Is Isomaltulose safe in this snack?
Medium
Isomaltulose is used here as sweetener. Isomaltulose is a processed sweetener that provides energy but may not be as favorable as natural sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: isomaltulosa
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Is Artificial Flavors safe in this snack?
Bad
Artificial Flavors is used here as flavor. Artificial flavors are synthetic additives that may compromise the natural quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromata
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: 4090798
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Allergens detected: hazelnut
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