Is Kellogg's Eggo Waffles Chocolatey Chip Banana Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Kellogg's
Kellogg's's Kellogg's Eggo Waffles Chocolatey Chip Banana 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 composition includes enriched flour and sugar, with several additives like sodium aluminum phosphate and natural flavors. These raise concerns about processing and ingredient quality.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes enriched flour and sugar, with several additives like sodium aluminum phosphate and natural flavors. These raise concerns about processing and ingredient quality.
Main concern
Presence of sugar and dextrose indicates high sweetness, which may not be suitable for all consumers.
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
- Enriched flour provides essential vitamins like B1 and folic acid, contributing positively to the nutritional profile.
- Banana puree adds natural flavor and some nutritional value, enhancing the overall composition.
Concerns
- Presence of sugar and dextrose indicates high sweetness, which may not be suitable for all consumers.
- Sodium aluminum phosphate is a synthetic leavening agent that raises concerns about processed ingredients.
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 Enriched Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Flour is used here as base. Enriched flour is a processed ingredient providing essential vitamins, but its refinement raises concerns about nutrient loss.
Role in formula: base
Original: Enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, vitamin B1 [thiamin mononitrate], vitamin B2 [riboflavin], folic acid)
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental ingredient for moisture, essential for the texture of the waffles.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns with excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil, including soybean and palm oil, is used for texture but raises concerns about the health implications of processed oils.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oil (soybean, palm, palm kernel, and/or canola oil)
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Is Banana Puree safe in this snack?
Good
Banana Puree is used here as flavor. Banana puree adds natural sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the overall ingredient profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: banana puree
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Is Eggs safe in this snack?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs provide protein and contribute to the structure of the waffles, enhancing nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: eggs
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Is Leavening safe in this snack?
Medium
Leavening is used here as leavening. Leavening agents like baking soda and sodium aluminum phosphate help the waffles rise but raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: contains 2% or less of leavening (baking soda, sodium aluminum phosphate, monocalcium phosphate)
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Is Cocoa safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa adds flavor and some antioxidants, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cocoa
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor, and in moderation, it is a common ingredient in baked goods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness but may contribute to high sugar content in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Whey safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey is used here as base. Whey is a dairy byproduct that adds protein but may raise concerns for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin
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Is Chocolate safe in this snack?
Good
Chocolate is used here as flavor. Chocolate adds flavor and some antioxidants, positively contributing to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chocolate
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Is Nonfat Milk safe in this snack?
Good
Nonfat Milk is used here as base. Nonfat milk provides some protein and calcium, enhancing the nutritional profile of the waffles.
Role in formula: base
Original: nonfat milk
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Is Calcium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Calcium Carbonate is used here as fortificant. Calcium carbonate is added for fortification but is a synthetic source of calcium, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: calcium carbonate
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Is Vitamin A Palmitate safe in this snack?
Medium
Vitamin A Palmitate is used here as fortificant. Vitamin A palmitate is a synthetic form of vitamin A used for fortification, which may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin A palmitate
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Is Reduced Iron safe in this snack?
Medium
Reduced Iron is used here as fortificant. Reduced iron is added for fortification but is a synthetic source of iron, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: reduced iron
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Is Niacinamide safe in this snack?
Medium
Niacinamide is used here as fortificant. Niacinamide is a synthetic form of vitamin B3 used for fortification, which may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: niacinamide
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Is Vitamin B6 safe in this snack?
Medium
Vitamin B6 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B6 is added for fortification but is a synthetic source, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride)
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Is Vitamin B1 safe in this snack?
Medium
Vitamin B1 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B1 is a synthetic form used for fortification, which may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B1 (thiamin hydrochloride)
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Is Vitamin B2 safe in this snack?
Medium
Vitamin B2 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B2 is added for fortification but is a synthetic source, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
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Is Vitamin B12 safe in this snack?
Medium
Vitamin B12 is used here as fortificant. Vitamin B12 is a synthetic form used for fortification, which may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: vitamin B12
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: 2436645
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , soy
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