Is Linea Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fratelli Beretta
Fratelli Beretta's Linea is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Carrageenan, Sodium Nitrite.
30 / 100
Why score is 30
The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and carrageenan as a stabilizer, both of which raise significant quality and safety concerns. The presence of synthetic additives indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health 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 chicken (67%), providing a source of lean meat.
- Includes natural flavors, which may enhance taste without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns.
- Carrageenan is a stabilizer that has raised safety concerns regarding gastrointestinal health.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Chicken Breast safe in this food?
Good
Chicken Breast is used here as base. Chicken breast serves as the primary protein source in this product, contributing to its nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: PETTO DI POLLO
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is used as a solvent and to maintain moisture in the product, ensuring palatability.
Role in formula: base
Original: ACQUA
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Is Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch acts as a thickening agent, improving texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: AMIDO DI PATATA
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this food?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is included for flavor enhancement and to provide essential iodine.
Role in formula: base
Original: SALE IODATO
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Is Vegetable Fiber Lemon safe in this food?
Good
Vegetable Fiber Lemon is used here as base. Vegetable fiber from lemon adds dietary fiber and may contribute to texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: FIBRA VEGETALE (LIMONE)
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Is Sucrose safe in this food?
Medium
Sucrose is used here as sweetener. Sucrose is added for sweetness, but it is a refined sugar that raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SACCAROSIO
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are used to enhance taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: AROMI NATURALI
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Is Sodium Diacetate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Diacetate is used here as acidulant. Sodium diacetate is used to regulate acidity, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: CORRETTORE DI ACIDITÀ: DIACETATO DI SODIO
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Is Carrageenan safe in this food?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as stabilizer. Carrageenan is a synthetic stabilizer that has been associated with gastrointestinal issues.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: CARRAGENINE
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Is Sodium Ascorbate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Ascorbate is used here as antioxidant. Sodium ascorbate is an antioxidant that helps preserve freshness but is a synthetic derivative of vitamin C.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: ANTIOSSIDANTE: ASCORBATO DI SODIO
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Is Sodium Nitrite safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Nitrite is used here as preservative. Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises health concerns due to its potential carcinogenic effects.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: CONSERVANTE: NITRITO DI SODIO
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: 4131984
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