Is Honey Soy Chicken Safe? Ingredient Analysis
My Muscle Chef
This page reviews Honey Soy Chicken by My Muscle Chef as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes soy sauce and cooking sake, both containing wheat and potential allergens. Honey and sesame oil are present, but the overall mix raises moderate concerns due to processed ingredients.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes soy sauce and cooking sake, both containing wheat and potential allergens. Honey and sesame oil are present, but the overall mix raises moderate concerns due to processed ingredients.
Main concern
Soy sauce and cooking sake introduce wheat, which may pose risks for gluten-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
- Basmati rice and vegetables provide a base of whole ingredients, contributing to a balanced meal.
- Honey adds a natural sweetness, enhancing flavor without synthetic sweeteners.
Concerns
- Soy sauce and cooking sake introduce wheat, which may pose risks for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Presence of multiple allergens like crustacean and fish in cooking sake raises safety concerns.
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 food and why it matters.
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Is Basmati Rice safe in this food?
Good
Basmati Rice is used here as base. Basmati rice serves as a wholesome carbohydrate source, providing energy and essential nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Basmati Rice
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Is Carrot safe in this food?
Good
Carrot is used here as natural_extract. Carrot adds natural sweetness and is a source of vitamins, enhancing the nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Carrot
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Is Capsicum safe in this food?
Good
Capsicum is used here as natural_extract. Capsicum contributes flavor and color, along with vitamins and antioxidants beneficial for health.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Capsicum
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Is Cabbage safe in this food?
Good
Cabbage is used here as natural_extract. Cabbage is a low-calorie vegetable that adds fiber and essential nutrients to the dish.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Cabbage
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as natural_extract. Onion provides flavor and contains antioxidants, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Onion
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as natural_extract. Garlic enhances flavor and is known for its potential health benefits, adding depth to the dish.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Garlic
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Is Ginger safe in this food?
Good
Ginger is used here as natural_extract. Ginger adds a spicy flavor and is recognized for its digestive benefits, enhancing the dish's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Ginger
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Is Chicken safe in this food?
Good
Chicken is used here as base. Chicken is a source of lean protein, essential for muscle repair and overall health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Chicken
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami flavor but contains wheat, raising concerns for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Soy Sauce
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Is Cooking Sake safe in this food?
Medium
Cooking Sake is used here as flavor. Cooking sake enhances flavor but contains multiple allergens, including crustacean and fish.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cooking Sake
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Is Honey safe in this food?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey provides natural sweetness and has potential antioxidant properties, enhancing flavor.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Honey
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Is Cornflour safe in this food?
Medium
Cornflour is used here as thickener. Cornflour is used as a thickening agent, but it is a processed ingredient with limited nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Cornflour
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Is Caramel Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Caramel Sauce is used here as sweetener. Caramel sauce adds sweetness and color but is a processed ingredient that may contain additives.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Caramel Sauce
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Is Sesame Oil safe in this food?
Good
Sesame Oil is used here as flavor. Sesame oil contributes flavor and healthy fats, enhancing the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sesame Oil
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Is Chilli safe in this food?
Good
Chilli is used here as natural_extract. Chilli adds heat and flavor, along with potential health benefits related to metabolism.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Chilli
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as oil_fat. Vegetable oil is used for cooking but is often refined, raising concerns about processing quality.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: Vegetable Oil
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: 4259746
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Allergens detected: wheat , crustacean , fish , milk , egg , soy , peanut , almond , cashew , walnut , sesame
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