Is Nuts & Choc Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Corny
This page reviews Nuts & Choc by Corny as a snack. 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: Maltitol.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes maltitol as a sweetener and several emulsifiers like soy lecithin, indicating a processed nature. The presence of roasted almonds and peanuts adds some natural elements but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Main concern
Maltitol and maltitol syrup are synthetic sweeteners that may raise concerns about artificial additives in the product.
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 roasted almonds and peanuts, providing some natural ingredients that contribute to flavor and texture.
- Includes oligofructose syrup, which can offer some dietary fiber benefits despite being processed.
Concerns
- Maltitol and maltitol syrup are synthetic sweeteners that may raise concerns about artificial additives in the product.
- Multiple emulsifiers like soy lecithin indicate a highly processed composition, which can detract from overall quality.
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 snack and why it matters.
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Is Roasted Almond safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Almond is used here as base. Roasted almond provides a natural source of flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: paahdettu manteli
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Is Roasted Peanut safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Peanut is used here as base. Roasted peanut adds a rich flavor and protein content, enhancing the snack's appeal and nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: paahdettu maapähkinä
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Is Maltitol safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltitol is used here as sweetener. Maltitol is a synthetic sweetener used to reduce sugar content, but it raises concerns about artificial additives and potential digestive issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: makeutusaine (maltitoli)
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture, but its processed nature may detract from the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgointiaine (soijalesitiini)
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Is Glycerol safe in this snack?
Medium
Glycerol is used here as humectant. Glycerol acts as a humectant to retain moisture, but it is a synthetic ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: kosteudensäilyttäjä (glyseroli)
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: 3820211
More from this brand: Corny products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk
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