Is Honey Roast Creamy Peanut & Honey Spread Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Peter Pan
Honey Roast Creamy Peanut & Honey Spread is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Peter Pan. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This spread contains peanut butter, sugar, and honey, but also includes hydrogenated vegetable oil and added sugars, raising concerns about its overall quality and health implications.
Main concern
Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about trans fats and overall health.
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 honey, a natural sweetener that adds flavor and may provide some benefits.
- Peanut butter is a source of healthy fats and protein, contributing to its nutritional value.
Concerns
- Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about trans fats and overall health.
- High sugar content from both sugar and honey may contribute to excessive sweetness and health issues.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Peanut Butter safe in this food?
Medium
Peanut Butter is used here as base. Peanut butter is made from roasted peanuts and provides healthy fats and protein, but may contain added sugars and oils that affect its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: PEANUT BUTTER (ROASTED PEANUTS, SUGAR)
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to excessive caloric intake and potential health risks when consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Honey safe in this food?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and may have some beneficial properties, though it still contributes to overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: HONEY
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Bad
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as emulsifier. Hydrogenated vegetable oil is used for texture but raises concerns about trans fats and health implications associated with processed oils.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (RAPESEED AND COTTONSEED)
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to health issues if consumed in excess, particularly in processed foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Molasses safe in this food?
Medium
Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses adds sweetness and some minerals, but it is still a form of sugar that contributes to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: MOLASSES
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: 3368034
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Allergens detected: peanut
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