Is Crispy Veggie Roll Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lamyong
This page reviews Crispy Veggie Roll by Lamyong as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes textured soy protein and whey protein, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and natural flavoring raises concerns about quality and processing levels.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes textured soy protein and whey protein, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and natural flavoring raises concerns about quality and processing levels.
Main concern
Whey protein is a dairy-derived ingredient, which may not be suitable for those avoiding animal products.
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 beancurd sheet, a minimally processed ingredient derived from soybeans, contributing to a plant-based protein source.
- Textured soy protein provides a meat alternative, appealing to vegetarian diets while offering some protein content.
Concerns
- Whey protein is a dairy-derived ingredient, which may not be suitable for those avoiding animal products.
- Sugar is included, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in the product, indicating a more processed composition.
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 Beancurd Sheet safe in this snack?
Good
Beancurd Sheet is used here as base. Beancurd sheet is made from soybeans and water, serving as a primary ingredient that provides a plant-based protein source.
Role in formula: base
Original: Beancurd sheet (soybeans and water)
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Is Textured Soy Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Textured Soy Protein is used here as base. Textured soy protein is derived from non-GMO soy and wheat flour, providing a meat alternative but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: textured soy protein (soy protein (non-GMO), wheat flour, vegetable oil)
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Is Whey Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Protein is used here as base. Whey protein is a dairy-derived protein that adds nutritional value but may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey protein
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Is Konnyaku safe in this snack?
Good
Konnyaku is used here as base. Konnyaku is a traditional Japanese ingredient made from konjac yam, known for its low-calorie content and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: konnyaku
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Is Turnips safe in this snack?
Good
Turnips is used here as base. Turnips are a root vegetable that adds nutritional value and texture to the product, contributing to its vegetable content.
Role in formula: base
Original: turnips
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Is Carrots safe in this snack?
Good
Carrots is used here as base. Carrots provide natural sweetness and color, enhancing the product's nutritional profile with vitamins.
Role in formula: base
Original: carrots
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Is Jews Ears safe in this snack?
Good
Jews Ears is used here as base. Jews ears (Auricularia polytricha) are a type of mushroom that adds texture and is a source of dietary fiber.
Role in formula: base
Original: jews ears (Auricularia polytricha)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but raises concerns about sodium intake in processed foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which raises concerns about added sugars in processed foods.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Natural Flavouring safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavouring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is used to enhance taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients and processing.
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: 4258504
More from this brand: Lamyong products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: soy , gluten , dairy
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