Is Creamy No Stir Almond Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Open Nature
Open Nature's Creamy No Stir Almond Butter is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes dry roasted almonds as the primary ingredient, but palm oil and cane sugar raise concerns about processing and quality. This results in a moderate rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes dry roasted almonds as the primary ingredient, but palm oil and cane sugar raise concerns about processing and quality. This results in a moderate rating.
Main concern
Palm oil is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about sustainability and health implications due to its high saturated fat content.
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
- Dry roasted almonds provide a natural source of nutrients and healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall quality.
- The absence of artificial additives indicates a more natural composition, supporting a moderate rating.
Concerns
- Palm oil is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about sustainability and health implications due to its high saturated fat content.
- Cane sugar is added, which can contribute to excessive sweetness and raises concerns about sugar consumption.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Dry Roasted Almonds safe in this food?
Good
Dry Roasted Almonds is used here as base. Dry roasted almonds serve as the main ingredient, providing essential nutrients and healthy fats. Their natural state supports overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: DRY ROASTED ALMONDS
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Is Palm Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Palm Oil is used here as emulsifier. Palm oil is used for texture and consistency but raises concerns due to its processing and potential health implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: PALM OIL
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar adds sweetness but can lead to excessive sugar intake, raising concerns about health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: CANE SUGAR
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEA SALT
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: 3323733
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