Is Granola Chocolate Chips Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Made Good
Made Good's Granola Chocolate Chips is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 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 Cane Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several sugars like cane sugar and agave syrup, which raise concerns about high sugar content. However, the presence of vegetable ingredients like spinach and broccoli adds some nutritional value.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, including cane sugar and agave syrup, raises quality 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 gluten-free oats, providing a good source of whole grains.
- Includes vegetable ingredients like spinach and broccoli, contributing to overall nutrition.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including cane sugar and agave syrup, raises quality concerns.
- Presence of natural flavor, which may indicate processing and lack of transparency in ingredient sourcing.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Oats safe in this snack?
Good
Oats is used here as base. Oats are a whole grain that provide fiber and essential nutrients, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pure gluten free oats
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Is Agave Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Agave Syrup is used here as sweetener. Agave syrup is a sweetener derived from the agave plant, often high in fructose, which can raise concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: agave syrup
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Is Brown Rice Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Rice Syrup is used here as sweetener. Brown rice syrup is a sweetener made from brown rice, providing some glucose but also contributing to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: brown rice syrup
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Is Invert Cane Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Invert Cane Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert cane syrup is a processed sugar syrup that can increase sweetness and moisture but adds to the sugar load of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: invert cane syrup
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sugar that contributes to the overall sugar content, raising concerns about health implications from high sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Unsweetened Chocolate safe in this snack?
Good
Unsweetened Chocolate is used here as flavor. Unsweetened chocolate adds rich flavor and antioxidants, enhancing the product's taste without adding sugar.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: unsweetened chocolate
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat from cocoa beans, providing a creamy texture and contributing to the overall mouthfeel of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that can provide moisture but is often refined, raising some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: sunflower oil
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Is Brown Rice Crisps safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Rice Crisps is used here as base. Brown rice crisps add texture and crunch but are processed, which may affect the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: brown rice crisps
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Is Spinach safe in this snack?
Good
Spinach is used here as natural_extract. Spinach is a nutrient-rich vegetable that adds vitamins and minerals, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: spinach
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Is Broccoli safe in this snack?
Good
Broccoli is used here as natural_extract. Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable known for its health benefits, contributing positively to the product's overall composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: broccoli
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Is Carrots safe in this snack?
Good
Carrots is used here as natural_extract. Carrots provide beta-carotene and other nutrients, enhancing the product's nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: carrots
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Is Tomatoes safe in this snack?
Good
Tomatoes is used here as natural_extract. Tomatoes are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, contributing positively to the overall health profile of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: tomatoes
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Is Beets safe in this snack?
Good
Beets is used here as natural_extract. Beets are known for their antioxidant properties and add natural color, enhancing the product's appeal.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: beets
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Is Shitake Mushrooms safe in this snack?
Good
Shitake Mushrooms is used here as natural_extract. Shitake mushrooms are known for their flavor and potential health benefits, adding depth to the product's composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: shitake mushrooms
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is often derived from plant sources but can be vague in terms of processing and sourcing, raising transparency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor
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Is Agar safe in this snack?
Medium
Agar is used here as stabilizer. Agar is a plant-based gelling agent used for texture but may indicate processing, which can affect the overall quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: agar
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is essential for taste, but excessive amounts can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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: 3392915
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