Is Maple Glazed Pecan & Sea Salt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Be Kind
Maple Glazed Pecan & Sea Salt is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Be Kind. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Glucose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes pecans, almonds, and honey, but also contains glucose syrup and fructooligosaccharide, which raise concerns about added sugars and processed ingredients. This results in a moderate rating.
Main concern
Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar intake.
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 pecans and almonds, which are good sources of healthy fats and nutrients.
- Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and has some beneficial properties.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar intake.
- Fructooligosaccharide is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Pecans safe in this snack?
Good
Pecans is used here as base. Pecans are a nutritious nut providing healthy fats and antioxidants, contributing positively to the overall quality of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pekannüsse
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Is Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are rich in vitamins and minerals, enhancing the nutritional profile of this snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandeln
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts provide protein and healthy fats, adding to the overall nutritional value of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Erdnüsse
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Is Fructooligosaccharide safe in this snack?
Medium
Fructooligosaccharide is used here as sweetener. Fructooligosaccharide is a processed sweetener that can affect gut health and may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Fructooligosaccharide
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and has some beneficial properties, supporting the snack's quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Honig
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can lead to increased sugar consumption, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Rice Crispies safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Crispies is used here as base. Rice crispies are made from rice flour and sugar, contributing to the snack's texture but also adding processed ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Reis-Crispies (Reismehl, Zucker, Salz)
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Is Maple Syrup safe in this snack?
Good
Maple Syrup is used here as sweetener. Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that provides flavor and some nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Ahornsirup
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Meersalz
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Is Almond Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Almond Butter is used here as base. Almond butter adds creaminess and healthy fats, improving the nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandelbutter
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Is Peanut Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Peanut Butter is used here as base. Peanut butter contributes protein and flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Erdnussbutter
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is used to enhance taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Sojalecithin)
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: 3925185
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Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut
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