Is Mayonnaise with Olive Oil Ybarra Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ybarra
Ybarra's Mayonnaise with Olive Oil Ybarra is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. 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 Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sunflower oil and xanthan gum as a stabilizer. The presence of sugar and salt raises concerns about processed ingredients, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
High sunflower oil content may raise concerns about refined oils.
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 olive oil, which is a good source of healthy fats.
- Xanthan gum is a natural thickener that helps maintain texture.
- Includes concentrated lemon juice, adding a natural flavor component.
Concerns
- High sunflower oil content may raise concerns about refined oils.
- Sugar is present, indicating a processed ingredient that may not be necessary.
- Salt is included, which can contribute to excessive sodium intake.
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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil serves as the primary fat source in this mayonnaise, but its high processing level raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aceite de girasol
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient in mayonnaise, providing necessary moisture without quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: agua
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra virgin olive oil is a high-quality fat source, contributing beneficial monounsaturated fats and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite de oliva Virgen extra
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water for a stable mayonnaise texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: yema de _huevo_
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Is Wine Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Wine Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Wine vinegar adds acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Vinagre de vino
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to balance flavors but raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to high sodium intake, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Flavors safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. The term 'flavors' is vague and may indicate artificial or synthetic additives, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Xanthan gum is a natural thickener that helps maintain the product's texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: estabilizante (goma xantana)
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Is Concentrated Lemon Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Concentrated Lemon Juice is used here as natural_extract. Concentrated lemon juice adds natural acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile without concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: zumo de limón concentrado
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Lemon Juice
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: 4154351
More from this brand: Ybarra products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: egg
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