Is Nusco Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Brinkers
Nusco is a dessert from Brinkers. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
Nusco contains sugar and rapeseed oil, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of emulsifier soy lecithin and inulin powder indicates moderate processing.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 hazelnuts, providing a natural flavor and texture.
- Bourbon vanilla extract adds a natural aroma and taste.
- Inulin powder serves as a dietary fiber, contributing to texture.
- Cocoa butter enhances the product's creaminess and mouthfeel.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Rapeseed oil is a processed oil, which may have mixed health implications.
- Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that indicates processing and potential allergen.
- Rice syrup powder is a sweetener that may contribute to overall sugar levels.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a refined oil used for texture and mouthfeel, but its processing raises concerns about health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: rapeseed oil
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts provide a natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: hazelnuts
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Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Low fat cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor but is processed, which may reduce its natural benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: low fat cocoa powder
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Is Rice Syrup Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rice Syrup Powder is used here as sweetener. Rice syrup powder is a sweetener that contributes to the overall sugar content, raising concerns about sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: rice syrup powder
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter enhances the product's creaminess and mouthfeel, contributing positively to texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Inulin Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Inulin Powder is used here as stabilizer. Inulin powder serves as a dietary fiber, contributing to texture and potentially aiding digestive health.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: inulin powder
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but indicates processing and potential allergen concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier: soy lecithin
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Is Bourbon Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Bourbon Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Bourbon vanilla extract adds a natural aroma and taste, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Bourbon vanilla extract
Read the full ingredient profile for Bourbon Vanilla Extract
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: 4201951
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Allergens detected: soy , hazelnuts
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