Is Crunchy Raisins Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Garant
This page reviews Crunchy Raisins by Garant 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, Glucose Fructose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose-fructose syrup, which are processed sweeteners raising quality concerns. However, whole grain oats and wheat contribute positively to the overall rating.
Main concern
Sugar and glucose-fructose syrup are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
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
- Whole grain oats (51%) provide dietary fiber, supporting digestive health.
- Contains raisins (7%), which are natural and add sweetness and nutrients.
- Includes honey, a natural sweetener, enhancing flavor without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Sugar and glucose-fructose syrup are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
- Presence of salt may indicate added sodium, which can be a concern for some consumers.
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 Whole Grain Oats safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Grain Oats is used here as base. Whole grain oats are a source of dietary fiber, contributing to satiety and digestive health. Their inclusion supports a healthier snack option.
Role in formula: base
Original: fullkornsflingor av havre
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Is Whole Grain Wheat safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Grain Wheat is used here as base. Whole grain wheat adds fiber and essential nutrients, enhancing the nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: fullkornsflingor av vete
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that can contribute to excessive calorie intake and potential health issues when consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: socker
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that can be high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may contribute to an imbalanced fatty acid ratio in the diet.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: solrosolja
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Is Raisins safe in this snack?
Good
Raisins is used here as natural_extract. Raisins are dried grapes that provide natural sweetness and are a source of antioxidants and vitamins, enhancing the snack's nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: russin
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can lead to increased sugar consumption and associated health risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glukos-fruktossirap
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Is Shredded Coconut safe in this snack?
Medium
Shredded Coconut is used here as flavor. Shredded coconut adds flavor and texture but is often high in saturated fat, which may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: riven kokos
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that provides flavor and some beneficial compounds, making it a better alternative to refined sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: honung
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but can contribute to high sodium intake, which is a concern for cardiovascular health.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring agents are used to enhance taste but can vary in quality and source, raising some transparency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: naturlig arom
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: 4055906
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Allergens detected: almond , hazelnut , walnut , cashew , pecan , paranut , pistachio , macadamia
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