Is Keks&Go Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Corny
Corny's Keks&Go 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, Dextrose, Lactose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like dextrose and glucose syrup, which raise quality concerns. However, whole grain oats and hazelnuts provide some nutritional value.
Main concern
Contains dextrose and glucose syrup, which are processed sugars raising 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 whole grain oats (12%) which contribute dietary fiber and nutrients.
- Includes hazelnuts (5%), providing healthy fats and flavor.
- Uses plant oils, which are generally better than animal fats.
- Incorporates natural flavors, reducing reliance on artificial additives.
Concerns
- Contains dextrose and glucose syrup, which are processed sugars raising quality concerns.
- Includes milk fat and lactose, which may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Presence of emulsifier lecithins, which are processed and may raise concerns.
- High in refined ingredients like wheat flour and sugar, indicating a less wholesome profile.
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 Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure. However, it is refined, which reduces fiber content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that contributes to calorie content without nutritional benefits, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a plant-based fat used for texture. While better than saturated fats, it is still processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: pflanzliches Öl (Raps)
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is another plant-based fat that adds texture but is also processed, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblume
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Is Whole Grain Oats safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Grain Oats is used here as base. Whole grain oats provide fiber and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollkornhaferflocken
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts add healthy fats and flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haselnüsse
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Is Whole Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Wheat Flour is used here as base. Whole wheat flour adds some fiber but is still a refined ingredient, which may not provide as much nutrition as whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenvollkornmehl
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can spike blood sugar levels, raising concerns about its health impact.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Milk Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat adds creaminess but may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milchfett
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Is Sheafett safe in this snack?
Medium
Sheafett is used here as base. Sheafett is a type of fat that contributes to texture but is processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sheafett
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Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Low-fat cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor but is processed, which may reduce its health benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fettarmes Kakaopulver
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Is Lactose safe in this snack?
Bad
Lactose is used here as sweetener. Lactose is a sugar found in milk that can cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Laktose
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess but may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sugar that can lead to rapid spikes in blood sugar, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Coconut Flakes safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut Flakes is used here as base. Coconut flakes add texture and flavor, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosflocken
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a gluten-free alternative that adds texture but lacks the nutritional benefits of whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Reismehl
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Is Baking Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Agents is used here as base. Baking agents like sodium carbonate and potassium tartrate help with leavening but are processed additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: Backtriebmittel (Natriumcarbonate, Kaliumtartrate)
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Is Sweet Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweet Whey Powder is used here as base. Sweet whey powder adds protein and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient, which may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Süßmolkenpulver
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Is Oat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Oat Flour is used here as base. Oat flour adds some fiber but is still a refined ingredient, which may not provide as much nutrition as whole oats.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hafermehl
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Is Rye Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rye Flour is used here as base. Rye flour adds some fiber and flavor but is also a refined ingredient, which may not provide as much nutrition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Roggenmehl
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invertzuckersirup
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Is Emulsifier Lecithins safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifier Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used to improve texture but are processed additives that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator Lecithine
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Is Corn Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Corn Flour is used here as base. Corn flour adds texture but is a refined ingredient, which may not provide as much nutrition as whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Maismehl
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gerstenmalzextrakt
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is necessary for taste, but excessive intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salz
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Is Natural Aroma safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Aroma is used here as flavor. Natural aroma is used for flavor enhancement but is a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Caramelized Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Caramelized Sugar is used here as colorant. Caramelized sugar is an artificial colorant that adds sweetness and color but raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: karamellisierter Zucker
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: 3820226
More from this brand: Corny products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts
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