Is Meteoritzi Spiracha Cheese Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Alka
Alka's Meteoritzi Spiracha Cheese is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Vegetable Fat, Sugar, Sodium Phosphate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes palm oil and sugar, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of sodium phosphate as an emulsifier also indicates a level of processing that may affect quality.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications.
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 spices and natural flavoring, which can enhance taste without artificial additives.
- Includes rosemary extract as an antioxidant, which may help preserve freshness.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- Sugar and maltodextrin are included, indicating a higher level of processing and potential health concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is White Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
White Wheat Flour is used here as base. White wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure but lacks whole grain benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: white wheat flour
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Is Vegetable Fat safe in this snack?
Bad
Vegetable Fat is used here as base. Vegetable fat, specifically palm oil, is used for texture but raises health and environmental concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable fat (palm)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, contributing to higher calorie content and potential health risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can affect blood sugar levels and is often used as a filler.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrin
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Is Natural Flavouring safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavouring is used here as flavor. Natural flavouring is included to enhance taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavouring
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Is Onion safe in this snack?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds flavor and has natural antioxidant properties, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: onion
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but can be high in sodium and may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Cheese Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Cheese Powder is used here as flavor. Cheese powder provides flavor but is processed and may contain additives that affect quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: 5,1% cheese powder (cheese, salt, emulsifier: sodium phosphate)
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Is Sodium Phosphate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Phosphate is used here as emulsifier. Sodium phosphate is used as an emulsifier but raises concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier: sodium phosphate
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Is Spices safe in this snack?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute flavor and may offer some health benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spices
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor but should be consumed in moderation due to health implications.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for color and flavor, providing a natural alternative to synthetic colorants.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colour: paprika extract
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Is Calcium Phosphate safe in this snack?
Medium
Calcium Phosphate is used here as anticaking agent. Calcium phosphate prevents clumping but is a processed additive that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: anticaking agent
Original: anticaking agent: calcium phosphate
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Is Rosemary Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Rosemary Extract is used here as antioxidant. Rosemary extract serves as a natural antioxidant, potentially improving shelf life and quality.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxidant: rosemary extract
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Is Dry Wheat Sourdough safe in this snack?
Medium
Dry Wheat Sourdough is used here as base. Dry wheat sourdough adds flavor and texture but may contain additives that affect overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: dry wheat sourdough
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Is Yeast safe in this snack?
Good
Yeast is used here as fermentation agent. Yeast is essential for fermentation, contributing to the product's texture and flavor profile.
Role in formula: fermentation agent
Original: yeast
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds sweetness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: barley malt extract
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation due to sodium content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea salt
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: 4018824
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Allergens detected: sesame , mustard
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