Is Fudge Stripes Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Keebler
This page reviews Fudge Stripes by Keebler as a snack. Its current score is 55/100, suggesting that it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: High Fructose Corn Syrup, Sorbitan Tristearate, Natural And Artificial Flavors.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several processed ingredients like high fructose corn syrup and artificial flavors, raising quality concerns. The presence of whey indicates dairy content, which may affect some consumers.
Main concern
High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to various health concerns.
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
- Enriched flour provides some vitamins and minerals, contributing to the nutritional profile.
- Whey adds a source of protein, which can be beneficial in moderation.
Concerns
- High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to various health concerns.
- Artificial flavors may raise quality concerns due to their synthetic nature.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Enriched Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Flour is used here as base. Enriched flour is a processed ingredient providing some vitamins but lacks the fiber of whole grains. Its use indicates a refined product.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, vitamin b₁ (thiamin mononitrate], vitamin b2 (riboflavin), folic acid)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the product's taste but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil, including palm kernel and soybean oil, is used for texture but raises concerns about the health implications of processed oils.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oil (palm kernel, soybean and palm oil)
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Is High Fructose Corn Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
High Fructose Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. High fructose corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener associated with various health issues, contributing to the product's lower rating.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: high fructose corn syrup
Read the full ingredient profile for High Fructose Corn Syrup
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Is Cocoa Processed With Alkali safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Processed With Alkali is used here as flavor. Cocoa processed with alkali is used for flavor but may have reduced antioxidant properties compared to natural cocoa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cocoa processed with alkali
Read the full ingredient profile for Cocoa Processed With Alkali
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Is Whey safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey is used here as base. Whey is a dairy byproduct that adds protein but may be a concern for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey
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Is Leavening Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Leavening Agents is used here as leavening. Leavening agents like baking soda and sodium acid pyrophosphate help the product rise but are processed ingredients.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: leavening (baking soda, sodium acid pyrophosphate, monocalcium phosphate)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient, though excessive intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Sorbitan Tristearate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sorbitan Tristearate is used here as emulsifier. Sorbitan tristearate is a synthetic emulsifier that may raise concerns about processed additives in food products.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sorbitan tristearate
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is a common emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is derived from soy, which may be an allergen for some.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin
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Is Molasses safe in this snack?
Medium
Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses adds sweetness and some nutrients but is still a form of sugar, contributing to overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: molasses
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Is Natural And Artificial Flavors safe in this snack?
Bad
Natural And Artificial Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural and artificial flavors are used to enhance taste but can be vague in terms of their exact composition and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural and artificial flavors
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural And Artificial Flavors
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: 2406931
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Allergens detected: wheat , milk , soy
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