Falafel & Vegetable Couscous product image with 75/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Falafel & Vegetable Couscous Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Migros

Migros's Falafel & Vegetable Couscous is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 75/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sodium Bicarbonate.

75 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 75

The composition includes chickpeas and various vegetables, but also contains processed ingredients like sodium bicarbonate and rice flour. This raises some quality concerns.

Main concern

Sodium bicarbonate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed additives in the product.

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

  • Chickpeas provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.
  • The inclusion of olive oil and various vegetables like tomatoes and zucchini enhances the nutritional profile.

Concerns

  • Sodium bicarbonate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed additives in the product.
  • Rice flour and starches are included, which may indicate a level of processing that detracts from the overall quality.

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.

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: 4095519

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Migros — Falafel & Vegetable Couscous has a Zerotox score of 75 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: durum wheat semolina, tomatoes, chickpeas. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Chickpeas provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.; The inclusion of olive oil and various vegetables like tomatoes and zucchini enhances the nutritional profile.. See the Pros section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: Sodium bicarbonate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed additives in the product.; Rice flour and starches are included, which may indicate a level of processing that detracts from the overall quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
The composition includes chickpeas and various vegetables, but also contains processed ingredients like sodium bicarbonate and rice flour. This raises some quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Migros — Falafel & Vegetable Couscous has a Zerotox safety score of 75 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Migros products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.

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