Is Eco Protein Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ecoterra
Ecoterra's Eco Protein Bar is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The Eco Protein Bar contains ingredients like dried egg white and cocoa liquor, which are processed. The presence of these ingredients raises moderate quality concerns due to processing levels.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The Eco Protein Bar contains ingredients like dried egg white and cocoa liquor, which are processed. The presence of these ingredients raises moderate quality concerns due to processing levels.
Main concern
Dried egg white is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.
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 dates and peanuts, which are natural sources of energy and nutrients.
- Dried egg white provides protein, contributing to the bar's nutritional profile.
- Cocoa liquor adds flavor and may offer some antioxidant properties.
- Water and salt are basic ingredients that do not raise quality concerns.
Concerns
- Dried egg white is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.
- Cocoa liquor is present at a low percentage, limiting its potential benefits.
- The bar contains added salt, which may not be necessary for a snack product.
- Overall processing of ingredients may detract from the perceived natural quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Date Paste safe in this snack?
Good
Date Paste is used here as base. Date paste serves as a natural sweetener and binder in this snack, providing energy and fiber without added sugars.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pasta de dátiles
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Is Peanut safe in this snack?
Good
Peanut is used here as base. Peanuts are a source of healthy fats and protein, contributing to the bar's nutritional value and satiety.
Role in formula: base
Original: maní
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Is Dried Egg White safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Egg White is used here as base. Dried egg white is a processed protein source that enhances the protein content but raises concerns about processing and sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: clara de huevo pasteurizada deshidratada
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Is Peanut Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Peanut Butter is used here as base. Peanut butter adds creaminess and flavor while providing healthy fats and protein, enhancing the overall quality of the bar.
Role in formula: base
Original: mantequilla de maní
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Is Cocoa Liquor safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Liquor is used here as flavor. Cocoa liquor contributes flavor and may offer some antioxidant benefits, though its low percentage limits its impact.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: licor de cacao
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is a basic ingredient that helps in the formulation of the bar without raising any quality concerns.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: agua
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement, but its necessity in a snack product can be questioned, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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: 4108223
More from this brand: Ecoterra products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , egg
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