Is Oregano And Parmesan Bread Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Paisano's Bakery
Oregano And Parmesan Bread is a snack from Paisano's Bakery. 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 Calcium Propionate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes calcium propionate as a preservative, which raises concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of vegetable shortening also indicates processing.
Main concern
Calcium propionate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality 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 parmesan cheese, which adds flavor and a source of calcium.
- Includes oregano, a natural herb that enhances taste and aroma.
Concerns
- Calcium propionate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns.
- Vegetable shortening is a processed ingredient that may contain trans fats.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the bread. Its quality can vary based on processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Harina de trigo
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Is Yeast safe in this snack?
Good
Yeast is used here as natural_extract. Yeast is a natural leavening agent that helps the bread rise, contributing to its texture and flavor.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: levadura
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Is Vegetable Shortening safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Shortening is used here as base. Vegetable shortening is used for moisture and texture but may contain unhealthy trans fats depending on processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: manteca vegetal
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Is Parmesan Cheese safe in this snack?
Good
Parmesan Cheese is used here as flavor. Parmesan cheese adds a rich flavor and contributes to the overall taste profile of the bread.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: queso parmesano
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Is Calcium Propionate safe in this snack?
Bad
Calcium Propionate is used here as preservative. Calcium propionate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: acidulante: propinato de calcio
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: 3419703
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Allergens detected: wheat
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