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Is Exceptional Sourdough Bloomer Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Asda

Exceptional Sourdough Bloomer is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Asda. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes fortified wheat flour and rapeseed oil, which are processed ingredients. This raises concerns about the overall quality and processing level of the product.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes fortified wheat flour and rapeseed oil, which are processed ingredients. This raises concerns about the overall quality and processing level of the product.

Main concern

Rapeseed oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns regarding the quality and health implications of the fats used.

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

  • Fortified wheat flour provides essential nutrients like iron and niacin, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
  • The inclusion of wholemeal wheat flour adds fiber, which can enhance the bread's texture and nutritional value.

Concerns

  • Rapeseed oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns regarding the quality and health implications of the fats used.
  • The presence of multiple types of flour indicates a highly processed product, which may detract from its overall quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.

  • Is Fortified Wheat Flour safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Fortified Wheat Flour is used here as base. Fortified wheat flour is a processed ingredient that provides essential nutrients like calcium and iron, but its processing raises quality concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, iron, Niacin (B3) Thiamin (B1)]

    Read the full ingredient profile for Fortified Wheat Flour

  • Is Water safe in this snack?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient in bread-making, contributing to the dough's hydration and texture without any quality concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Water

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a gluten-free alternative that adds texture but is a processed ingredient, which may affect the overall quality of the bread.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Rice Flour

    Read the full ingredient profile for Rice Flour

  • Is Salt safe in this snack?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is essential in bread-making, but excessive amounts can raise health concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Salt

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Wholemeal Wheat Flour safe in this snack?

    Good

    Wholemeal Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wholemeal wheat flour is less processed and retains more nutrients and fiber, contributing positively to the bread's quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Wholemeal Wheat Flour

    Read the full ingredient profile for Wholemeal Wheat Flour

  • Is Wheat Meal Flour safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Wheat Meal Flour is used here as base. Wheat meal flour is a processed ingredient that may not provide the same nutritional benefits as whole grains, raising quality concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Wheat Meal Flour

  • Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is a processed fat that can improve texture but raises concerns about the quality of fats in the product.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: Rapeseed Oil

    Read the full ingredient profile for Rapeseed Oil

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: 3359052

More from this brand: Asda products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: wheat

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Frequently asked questions

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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Asda — Exceptional Sourdough Bloomer has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, salt, wholemeal wheat flour. See the Ingredients section above.
Asda — Exceptional Sourdough Bloomer has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Asda products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Our analysis notes: Fortified wheat flour provides essential nutrients like iron and niacin, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.; The inclusion of wholemeal wheat flour adds fiber, which can enhance the bread's texture and nutritional value.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Rapeseed oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns regarding the quality and health implications of the fats used.; The presence of multiple types of flour indicates a highly processed product, which may detract from its overall quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Asda — Exceptional Sourdough Bloomer has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Asda — Exceptional Sourdough Bloomer a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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