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Is Mediterran Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Ben's Original

This page reviews Mediterran by Ben's Original as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes langkornreis and tomato paste, but also contains sugar and natural flavoring, which raises concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating.

Main concern

Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.

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

  • Langkornreis is a staple grain providing a base for this product, contributing to its bulk and texture.
  • Tomato paste and tomato powder add flavor and color, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.

Concerns

  • Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.
  • Natural flavoring is vague and may indicate the presence of additives that are not clearly defined.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.

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: 3708829

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Frequently asked questions

This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: long grain rice, tomato paste, tomato powder. See the Ingredients section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Ben's Original — Mediterran has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes langkornreis and tomato paste, but also contains sugar and natural flavoring, which raises concerns about processed ingredients. Overall, the mix of good and medium ingredients leads to a moderate rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Ben's Original — Mediterran has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.; Natural flavoring is vague and may indicate the presence of additives that are not clearly defined.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Ben's Original — Mediterran has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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