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Is Garlic Mashed Potatoes Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Food Lion

Garlic Mashed Potatoes is a food from Food Lion. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Potassium Sorbate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative, which raises quality concerns. Other ingredients like butter and whole milk are common in mashed potatoes but contribute to a mixed quality assessment.

Main concern

Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises safety 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

  • Contains potatoes, a natural ingredient providing texture and flavor.
  • Includes whole milk and butter, contributing to a creamy consistency.
  • Dried garlic adds flavor without artificial additives.
  • Dehydrated roasted garlic enhances the garlic flavor profile.

Concerns

  • Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
  • Sweet cream may indicate additional processing, affecting quality.
  • Salt content is present, which can be a concern for sodium intake.
  • The presence of multiple processed ingredients lowers overall quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This food may not be the best fit for:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 2427602

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: potatoes, whole milk, butter. See the Ingredients section above.
Food Lion — Garlic Mashed Potatoes has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Food Lion products. 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.
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Food Lion — Garlic Mashed Potatoes 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.
Our analysis notes: Contains potatoes, a natural ingredient providing texture and flavor.; Includes whole milk and butter, contributing to a creamy consistency.; Dried garlic adds flavor without artificial additives.. See the Pros section above.
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This product is flagged for: Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.; Sweet cream may indicate additional processing, affecting quality.; Salt content is present, which can be a concern for sodium intake.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Food Lion — Garlic Mashed Potatoes has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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