Is Mayonnaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lesieur
This page reviews Mayonnaise by Lesieur as a food. Its current score is 84/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
This mayonnaise contains a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. The presence of canola oil and free-range egg yolks supports a moderate rating, while vinegar and mustard add flavor but raise some concerns about processing.
84 / 100
Why score is 84
This mayonnaise contains a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. The presence of canola oil and free-range egg yolks supports a moderate rating, while vinegar and mustard add flavor but raise some concerns about processing.
Main concern
Vinegar is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about the overall naturalness of the 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
- Canola oil is a good source of unsaturated fats, contributing positively to the overall fat profile.
- Free-range egg yolks indicate higher animal welfare standards, enhancing the quality of the product.
- Dijon mustard adds flavor and complexity, enhancing the overall taste experience.
- Lemon juice concentrate provides acidity, balancing the richness of the mayonnaise.
Concerns
- Vinegar is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about the overall naturalness of the product.
- The presence of salt can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
- Concentrated lemon juice may contain preservatives, which could affect the perception of freshness.
- The overall composition includes several processed ingredients, indicating a less clean profile.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Canola Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil serves as the primary fat source in this mayonnaise, providing a smooth texture. However, it is a refined oil, which raises some concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Huile de colza Origine France
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Is Egg Yolks safe in this food?
Good
Egg Yolks is used here as base. Egg yolks from free-range hens contribute to the richness and emulsification of the mayonnaise, indicating a higher quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: jaunes d'oeufs de poules élevées en plein air Origine France
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Is Dijon Mustard safe in this food?
Medium
Dijon Mustard is used here as flavor. Dijon mustard adds flavor complexity to the mayonnaise, but its processing may raise concerns about additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel)
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Is Vinegar safe in this food?
Medium
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar acts as an acidulant, enhancing flavor and preservation, but its processing raises questions about ingredient purity.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: vinaigre d'alcool
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake, impacting the overall health perception.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice concentrate provides acidity and flavor, but its concentrated form may include preservatives, affecting freshness.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: jus de citron concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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: 3651072
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Allergens detected: egg
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