Is Omg Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Orchard Valley
Omg Mix is a snack from Orchard Valley. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes walnuts and pistachios, which are good sources of healthy fats. However, the presence of sugar and confectioner's glaze raises concerns about added sugars and synthetic coatings.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes walnuts and pistachios, which are good sources of healthy fats. However, the presence of sugar and confectioner's glaze raises concerns about added sugars and synthetic coatings.
Main concern
High sugar content from dried fruits and added sugars may raise 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
- Walnuts and pistachios provide healthy fats and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Dried sweetened cranberries and blueberries add fruit content, offering some vitamins and antioxidants.
Concerns
- High sugar content from dried fruits and added sugars may raise concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Confectioner's glaze is a synthetic coating that may not align with clean eating principles.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack 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 snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Walnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Walnuts is used here as base. Walnuts are nutrient-dense nuts providing healthy fats and antioxidants, contributing positively to this mix.
Role in formula: base
Original: WALNUTS
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Is Dried Sweetened Cranberries safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Sweetened Cranberries is used here as flavor. Dried sweetened cranberries contain added sugar, which increases sweetness but raises concerns about sugar intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DRIED SWEETENED CRANBERRIES (CRANBERRIES, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER OIL)
Read the full ingredient profile for Dried Sweetened Cranberries
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Is Dark Chocolate Blueberries safe in this snack?
Medium
Dark Chocolate Blueberries is used here as flavor. Dark chocolate blueberries combine fruit with chocolate, but added sugar and sunflower oil may detract from their health benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DARK CHOCOLATE BLUEBERRIES (DARK CHOCOLATE [CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, VANILLA EXTRACT], DRIED SWEETENED BLUEBERRIES BLUEBERRIES, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER OIL)
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Is Pistachios safe in this snack?
Good
Pistachios is used here as base. Pistachios are a good source of protein and healthy fats, enhancing the nutritional profile of this snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: PISTACHIOS
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as emulsifier. Vegetable oil (coconut and/or sunflower) is used for texture but may raise concerns about the type of fats consumed.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: VEGETABLE OIL (COCONUT AND/OR SUNFLOWER)
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing positively without health concerns.
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: 3456755
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