Is Iced Brownie Bars Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Coborn's
Coborn's's Iced Brownie Bars 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 Sugar, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean And Cottonseed Oil, Corn Syrup Solids.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes sugar and partially hydrogenated oils, which raise concerns about high sugar content and trans fats. The presence of corn syrup solids also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and corn syrup solids raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 enriched flour, providing some essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins.
- Cocoa processed with alkali adds flavor and may have some antioxidant properties.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and corn syrup solids raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Partially hydrogenated oils may contain trans fats, which are linked to health risks.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about high sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Enriched Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Flour is used here as base. Enriched flour provides some essential nutrients but is still a refined carbohydrate, which may not offer the same benefits as whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched flour bleached[wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron. thiaminemononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid]
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Is Cocoa Processed With Alkali safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Processed With Alkali is used here as flavor. Cocoa processed with alkali is used for flavoring and may have some antioxidant properties, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cocoa processedwith alkali
Read the full ingredient profile for Cocoa Processed With Alkali
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Is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean And Cottonseed Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Partially Hydrogenated Soybean And Cottonseed Oil is used here as base. Partially hydrogenated oils are sources of trans fats, which are associated with various health risks, including heart disease.
Role in formula: base
Original: partially hydrogenated soybean andcottonseed oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Partially Hydrogenated Soybean And Cottonseed Oil
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as base. Soybean oil is a common cooking oil that is high in polyunsaturated fats but may raise concerns about processing and omega-6 fatty acid balance.
Role in formula: base
Original: soybean oil
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Is Corn Syrup Solids safe in this snack?
Bad
Corn Syrup Solids is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup solids are a processed sweetener that adds to the sugar content and may contribute to excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: corn syrup solids
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this snack?
Medium
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk adds richness and flavor but is also high in cholesterol, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: egg yo
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: 3416707
More from this brand: Coborn's products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat , egg
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