Oatmeal product image with 55/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Oatmeal Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Mondelez

Mondelez's Oatmeal is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 55/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Palm Oil, Glucose Fructose Syrup.

55 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 55

The composition includes palm oil and glucose-fructose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of sugar and wheat flour also contributes to a lower rating.

Main concern

Palm oil is a processed fat that raises environmental and health 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 oats, a whole grain that provides fiber and essential nutrients.
  • Includes whole wheat flour, which can offer more nutrients than refined flour.

Concerns

  • Palm oil is a processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns.
  • Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.

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 food, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Oats safe in this food?

    Good

    Oats is used here as base. Oats are a whole grain providing fiber and essential nutrients, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: OVESNÉ vločky

    Read the full ingredient profile for Oats

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that can lead to health issues when consumed in excess, raising concerns about the product's overall healthiness.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: cukr

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Whole Wheat Flour safe in this food?

    Medium

    Whole Wheat Flour is used here as base. Whole wheat flour is less processed than white flour, providing more nutrients, but still raises concerns due to its refined nature.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: celozmná PŠENIČNÁ mouka

  • Is Palm Oil safe in this food?

    Bad

    Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a highly processed fat associated with health and environmental concerns, negatively impacting the product's quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: palmový tuk

    Read the full ingredient profile for Palm Oil

  • Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this food?

    Bad

    Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake and raises health concerns.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: glukózo-fruktózový sirup

    Read the full ingredient profile for Glucose Fructose Syrup

  • Is Salt safe in this food?

    Medium

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation to avoid health issues.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: jedlá sůl

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is a common leavening agent that helps the product rise but is a processed ingredient.

    Role in formula: leavening agent

    Original: uhličitany sodné

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Bicarbonate

  • Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe in this food?

    Medium

    Ammonium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Ammonium bicarbonate is another leavening agent that aids in texture but is also a processed ingredient.

    Role in formula: leavening agent

    Original: uhličitany amonné

    Read the full ingredient profile for Ammonium Bicarbonate

  • Is Molasses safe in this food?

    Medium

    Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses is a less refined sweetener that provides some nutrients but still contributes to the overall sugar content.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: třtinová melasa

    Read the full ingredient profile for Molasses

  • Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?

    Medium

    Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a refined ingredient that lacks the nutrients found in whole grains, raising concerns about its health impact.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: PŠENIČNÁ mouka

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: 4091903

More from this brand: Mondelez products in Zerotox

Similar products: food in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , nuts , sesame

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

The composition includes palm oil and glucose-fructose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of sugar and wheat flour also contributes to a lower rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Mondelez — Oatmeal has a Zerotox score of 55 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Zerotox gives Mondelez — Oatmeal 55 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Mondelez — Oatmeal has a Zerotox safety score of 55 / 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Main concerns for this product: Palm oil is a processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns.; Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.. See the full list above.
This product is flagged for: Palm oil is a processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns.; Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Mondelez — Oatmeal has a Zerotox safety score of 55 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Mondelez products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk, nuts, sesame. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.

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