Is Peanut Butter & Dark Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Be Kind
Peanut Butter & Dark Chocolate is a snack from Be Kind. 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 Glucose Syrup, Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The product contains several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and sugars indicates a less natural composition.
Main concern
Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
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 peanuts and almonds, which provide healthy fats and protein.
- Natural honey adds sweetness and may offer some beneficial properties.
- Cocoa powder contributes flavor and may have antioxidant properties.
- Chicory root fiber can support digestive health.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
- Palm oil is included, which is often criticized for environmental impact.
- Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that may raise concerns for those avoiding soy.
- Added sugars can contribute to excessive sweetness and lower overall quality.
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 Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts are a source of healthy fats and protein, contributing to the nutritional value of this snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cacahuètes
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Is Dark Chocolate Coating safe in this snack?
Medium
Dark Chocolate Coating is used here as flavor. The coating contains sugar and palm oil, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: enrobage goût chocolat noir (sucre, huile de palme, cacao en poudre, émulsifiant (lécithine de soja), arôme naturel, sel)
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar levels in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds provide healthy fats and protein, enhancing the nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: amandes
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Natural honey adds sweetness and may offer some beneficial properties compared to refined sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: miel
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Is Soy Protein Isolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Protein Isolate is used here as base. Soy protein isolate is a processed form of protein that may raise concerns for those avoiding soy products.
Role in formula: base
Original: isolat de protéine de soja
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Is Peanut Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Peanut Butter is used here as base. Peanut butter is made from peanuts and salt, providing healthy fats and protein.
Role in formula: base
Original: Beurre de cacahuète (cacahuètes, sel)
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Is Cocoa Paste safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Paste is used here as flavor. Cocoa paste adds rich flavor and may have antioxidant properties, enhancing the product's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pâte de cacao
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Tapioca starch is used as a thickener, which is generally safe but indicates processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fécule de tapioca
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Is Chicory Root Fiber safe in this snack?
Good
Chicory Root Fiber is used here as fiber. Chicory root fiber can support digestive health and adds fiber content to the snack.
Role in formula: fiber
Original: fibre de racine de chicorée
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but may raise concerns for those avoiding soy.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant (lécithine de soja)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Added sugar increases sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as fat. Cocoa butter is a natural fat that contributes to texture and flavor without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: fat
Original: beurre de cacao
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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 to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel marin
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is used to enhance taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel
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: 3370693
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Allergens detected: peanut , soy , tree_nut
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