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Is Jamaican-Style Grains & Pulses Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Merchant Gourmet

Jamaican-Style Grains & Pulses is a food from Merchant Gourmet. It has a Zerotox safety score of 75/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes several cooked grains and pulses, such as cooked wholegrain rice and kidney beans, which contribute positively. However, the presence of sugar and stabilizers like guar gum raises some concerns about processing.

75 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 75

The composition includes several cooked grains and pulses, such as cooked wholegrain rice and kidney beans, which contribute positively. However, the presence of sugar and stabilizers like guar gum raises some concerns about processing.

Main concern

Contains sugar in the jerk paste, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in a savory product.

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

  • Diverse ingredient profile with whole grains and pulses like cooked quinoa and kidney beans, providing a range of nutrients.
  • Coconut cream adds a natural fat source, enhancing flavor and texture without synthetic additives.
  • Includes spices and herbs like thyme and scotch bonnet jerk paste, contributing to authentic flavor without artificial flavors.

Concerns

  • Contains sugar in the jerk paste, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in a savory product.
  • Guar gum is a stabilizer that, while common, indicates some level of processing and may not be necessary for all consumers.
  • Vegetable oil may include refined oils, which can be less desirable compared to unrefined options.

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: 3938979

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Diverse ingredient profile with whole grains and pulses like cooked quinoa and kidney beans, providing a range of nutrients.; Coconut cream adds a natural fat source, enhancing flavor and texture without synthetic additives.; Includes spices and herbs like thyme and scotch bonnet jerk paste, contributing to authentic flavor without artificial flavors.. See the Pros section above.
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.
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Merchant Gourmet — Jamaican-Style Grains & Pulses has a Zerotox safety score of 75 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Merchant Gourmet products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Merchant Gourmet — Jamaican-Style Grains & Pulses 75 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Merchant Gourmet — Jamaican-Style Grains & Pulses has a Zerotox safety score of 75 / 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.
This product is flagged for: Contains sugar in the jerk paste, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in a savory product.; Guar gum is a stabilizer that, while common, indicates some level of processing and may not be necessary for all consumers.; Vegetable oil may include refined oils, which can be less desirable compared to unrefined options.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, wholegrain rice, pearl barley. See the Ingredients section above.
Merchant Gourmet — Jamaican-Style Grains & Pulses has a Zerotox score of 75 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The composition includes several cooked grains and pulses, such as cooked wholegrain rice and kidney beans, which contribute positively. However, the presence of sugar and stabilizers like guar gum raises some concerns about processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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