Is Original Multi-Grain Bread Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Frontier
Frontier's Original Multi-Grain Bread is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Calcium Propionate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes enriched unbleached wheat flour and a seven grain mix, but also contains several synthetic additives like calcium propionate and mono- and diglycerides, raising quality concerns.
Main concern
Includes synthetic preservatives like calcium propionate, which raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
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 a variety of grains, including wheat bran and rolled oats, which can contribute to a more complex flavor and texture.
- Enriched with vitamins such as niacin and folic acid, which can enhance nutritional value.
Concerns
- Includes synthetic preservatives like calcium propionate, which raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
- Contains mono- and diglycerides, which are processed emulsifiers that may not be ideal for health-conscious consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Enriched Unbleached Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Unbleached Wheat Flour is used here as base. Enriched unbleached wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture. The enrichment process adds nutrients but may involve processing concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: ENRICHED UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, AND FOLIC ACID)
Read the full ingredient profile for Enriched Unbleached Wheat Flour
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for dough formation and hydration, contributing to the overall texture of the bread without any safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Seven Grain Mix safe in this snack?
Good
Seven Grain Mix is used here as base. The seven grain mix adds nutritional diversity and texture, enhancing the bread's overall quality with whole grain benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: SEVEN GRAIN MIX (WHEAT BRAN, RYE MEAL, BARLEY FLAKES, ROLLED WHEAT, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, TRITICALE FLAKES, ROLLED OATMEAL, BARLEY FIBER, ENZYMES, RICE FLOUR)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for flavor enhancement and browning during baking, but its presence raises concerns about added sugars in the diet.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Vital Wheat Gluten safe in this snack?
Medium
Vital Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Vital wheat gluten improves the bread's elasticity and structure, but it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN
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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 inhibit mold growth, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: PRESERVATIVE (CALCIUM PROPIONATE)
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: 3192637
More from this brand: Frontier products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: wheat
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