Is Paella À Valenciana Uni Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Comida Fresca
Comida Fresca's Paella À Valenciana Uni is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sodium nitrite and E250 as preservatives, raising quality concerns. The presence of sulfites and artificial emulsifiers also indicates a moderate safety profile.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sodium nitrite and E250 as preservatives, raising quality concerns. The presence of sulfites and artificial emulsifiers also indicates a moderate safety profile.
Main concern
Contains sodium nitrite and E250 as preservatives, which are synthetic and raise safety 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 natural ingredients like chicken and shrimp, which contribute positively to the overall quality.
- Includes spices like turmeric and bay leaf, enhancing flavor without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Contains sodium nitrite and E250 as preservatives, which are synthetic and raise safety concerns.
- Presence of sulfites in wine and garlic may pose risks for sensitive individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Rice safe in this food?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice serves as the primary carbohydrate source in this dish, providing energy and texture. It is a staple food with minimal processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Arroz
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for cooking the rice and other ingredients, ensuring proper hydration and cooking consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: água
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Is Chicken Breast safe in this food?
Good
Chicken Breast is used here as base. Chicken breast is a lean protein source, contributing to the dish's nutritional value and providing essential amino acids.
Role in formula: base
Original: peito de frango
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Is Squid safe in this food?
Medium
Squid is used here as base. Squid adds a unique flavor and texture to the dish, but its processing with salt and antioxidants raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: LULAS(LULAS, sal, antioxidantes: citrato de sódio e ácido cítrico)
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Is Pork safe in this food?
Medium
Pork is used here as base. Pork provides flavor and richness to the dish, but its processing with preservatives like E250 raises safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: rojões porco
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Is Onion safe in this food?
Good
Onion is used here as base. Onion adds flavor and aroma to the dish, contributing to its overall taste profile without any safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: cebola
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Is Shrimp safe in this food?
Medium
Shrimp is used here as base. Shrimp enhances the dish's flavor and provides protein, but its processing with salt and antioxidants raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: miolo de CAMARÃO(CAMARÃO. sal, antioxidantes: E330, E331)
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Is Red Bell Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Red Bell Pepper is used here as base. Red bell pepper adds color and sweetness to the dish, providing vitamins and antioxidants without safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: pimento vermelho
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Is Peas safe in this food?
Good
Peas is used here as base. Peas contribute fiber and vitamins, enhancing the nutritional profile of the dish while being minimally processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: ervilhas
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Is Wine safe in this food?
Medium
Wine is used here as base. Wine adds depth of flavor to the dish, but the presence of sulfites raises concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: vinho (SULFITOS)
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Is Green Beans safe in this food?
Good
Green Beans is used here as base. Green beans provide crunch and nutrients, contributing positively to the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: feijão verde
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Is Bacon safe in this food?
Medium
Bacon is used here as base. Bacon adds flavor and richness, but its processing with preservatives and emulsifiers raises safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: bacon cubos (carne de suíno, sal, açúcar, emulsionantes: E450, E451, extrato de levedura, antioxidantes: E301 e E331, hemoglobina, conservantes: E250. E262, aroma de carne)
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Is Sausage safe in this food?
Medium
Sausage is used here as base. Sausage contributes flavor and texture, but its processing with nitrites and other additives raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: linguiça (carne e gordura de suíno, água, sal, açúcares redutores, alho em pó (SULFITOS), antioxidante: ascorbato de sódio, conservante: nitrito de sódio, sangue de suíno, especiarias, calda de pimentão, fibra de ervilha e extrato de pimentão)
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Is Black Olives safe in this food?
Medium
Black Olives is used here as base. Black olives add flavor and healthy fats, but the presence of stabilizers raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: azeitonas pretas (azeitonas 55%, água. sal e estabilizante: gluconato ferroso)
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra virgin olive oil is a healthy fat source, providing flavor and beneficial compounds without safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: azeite extra virgem
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this food?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is essential for flavor and provides iodine, an important nutrient for thyroid function.
Role in formula: base
Original: sal iodado (sal marinho, iodato de potássio)
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as base. Garlic adds flavor and potential health benefits, contributing positively to the dish's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: alho (alho, antioxidantes: ácido cítrico, ácido ascórbico)(SULFITOS)
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Is Turmeric safe in this food?
Good
Turmeric is used here as base. Turmeric provides color and potential health benefits, enhancing the dish's quality without safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: curcuma
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Is Bay Leaf safe in this food?
Good
Bay Leaf is used here as base. Bay leaf adds flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the dish without any safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: louro
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: 3527636
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Allergens detected: sulfites
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