Is Nature's Eats Port A Sassy Salty Trail Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nature's Eats
Nature's Eats's Nature's Eats Port A Sassy Salty Trail Mix 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 Peanut Brittle.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and oils, which raise quality concerns. Ingredients like honey roasted peanuts and roasted salted almonds provide some natural elements but are offset by synthetic emulsifiers and added sugars.
Main concern
High sugar content from honey and sugar in multiple ingredients raises concerns.
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 honey roasted peanuts, providing a natural sweetness and flavor.
- Includes roasted salted almonds, which add healthy fats and protein.
- Peanut brittle adds a unique texture and flavor contrast to the mix.
- Diverse nut selection offers a variety of tastes and textures.
Concerns
- High sugar content from honey and sugar in multiple ingredients raises concerns.
- Presence of soy lecithin as an emulsifier indicates processing.
- Use of cottonseed oil, which is often refined and may contain residues.
- Sodium bicarbonate in peanut brittle may indicate additional processing.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Honey Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Medium
Honey Roasted Peanuts is used here as flavor. Honey roasted peanuts provide sweetness and flavor but contain added sugar and oils, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Honey roasted peanuts (peanuts, sugar, honey, sunflower oil, salt, and gum arabic)
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Is Roasted Salted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Medium
Roasted Salted Peanuts is used here as flavor. Roasted salted peanuts add flavor and protein but are processed with oils and salt, which may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: roasted salted peanuts (peanuts, cottonseed, peanut and/or canola oil, sea salt)
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Is Peanut Brittle safe in this snack?
Bad
Peanut Brittle is used here as sweetener. Peanut brittle contains high sugar levels and corn syrup, indicating significant processing and raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: peanut brittle (sugar, corn syrup, peanuts, coconut oil, butter, salt, sodium bicarbonate, soy lecithin)
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Is Roasted Salted Almonds safe in this snack?
Medium
Roasted Salted Almonds is used here as flavor. Roasted salted almonds contribute healthy fats and protein but are processed with oils and salt, which may be concerning.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: roasted salted almonds (almonds, cottonseed, peanut and/or canola oil, sea salt)
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Is Roasted Salted Cashews safe in this snack?
Medium
Roasted Salted Cashews is used here as flavor. Roasted salted cashews add flavor and texture but are processed with oils and salt, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: roasted salted cahsews (cashews, cottonseed, peanut and/or canola oil, sea salt)
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Is Honey Roasted Cashews safe in this snack?
Medium
Honey Roasted Cashews is used here as flavor. Honey roasted cashews provide sweetness and flavor but contain added sugar and oils, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: honey roasted cashews (sugar, cashews, butter, salt, honey, soy lecithin)
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: 3459190
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Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut
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