Is Fresh Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Park Street Deli
Fresh Bar is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Park Street Deli. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes honey and natural flavors, but also contains milk protein concentrate and dried whole egg powder, raising concerns about processing and potential allergens.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes honey and natural flavors, but also contains milk protein concentrate and dried whole egg powder, raising concerns about processing and potential allergens.
Main concern
Dried whole egg powder and milk protein concentrate may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.
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 natural ingredients like organic fruit and vegetable powders, which provide some nutritional benefits.
- Honey serves as a natural sweetener, offering a more wholesome alternative to refined sugars.
Concerns
- Dried whole egg powder and milk protein concentrate may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.
- Natural flavors are often processed, which can raise concerns about ingredient transparency.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, contributing to the bar's energy content and overall nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: PEANUTS
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and some antioxidants, enhancing the product's appeal without refined sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: HONEY
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Is Dried Whole Egg Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Whole Egg Powder is used here as base. Dried whole egg powder adds protein but raises allergen concerns for those sensitive to eggs, impacting overall safety.
Role in formula: base
Original: DRIED WHOLE EGG POWDER
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Is Inulin safe in this snack?
Medium
Inulin is used here as stabilizer. Inulin is a soluble fiber that can aid digestion but may cause gastrointestinal discomfort in some individuals.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: INULIN
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Is Milk Protein Concentrate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Milk protein concentrate adds protein but may trigger allergies in lactose-intolerant individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE
Read the full ingredient profile for Milk Protein Concentrate
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but lack transparency regarding their specific composition, which can be a concern for consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVORS
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Is Dried Whole Food Powders safe in this snack?
Good
Dried Whole Food Powders is used here as natural_extract. These organic powders provide vitamins and minerals, contributing positively to the nutritional value of the bar.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: DRIED WHOLE FOOD POWDERS (ORGANIC APPLE, ORGANIC KALE, ORGANIC BROCCOLI, ORGANIC SPINACH, ORGANIC CARROT, ORGANIC PARSLEY, ORGANIC BEET, ORGANIC GREEN CABBAGE, ORGANIC BLUEBERRY, ORGANIC RASPBERRY, ORGANIC STRAWBERRY, ORGANIC TOMATO)
Read the full ingredient profile for Dried Whole Food Powders
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier, improving texture but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SOY LECITHIN
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as base. Sea salt enhances flavor and provides essential minerals, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: SEA SALT
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Is Stevia Leaf Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Stevia Leaf Extract is used here as sweetener. Stevia leaf extract is a natural sweetener that offers sweetness without calories, appealing to health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT
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: 3856451
More from this brand: Park Street Deli products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , egg , milk , soy
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