Is Peanut & Sesame Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Flying Tiger
Peanut & Sesame Bar is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Flying Tiger. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, which are good sources of nutrients. However, glucose syrup and sugar raise concerns about high sugar content, affecting the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, which are good sources of nutrients. However, glucose syrup and sugar raise concerns about high sugar content, affecting the overall rating.
Main concern
Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
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
- Roasted peanuts provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the snack's nutritional profile.
- Roasted sesame seeds add beneficial nutrients and flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
- Sugar is an added sweetener that contributes to the overall sugar content, which may not be ideal for health-conscious consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts are a source of healthy fats and protein, providing essential nutrients and contributing positively to the snack's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: roasted peanuts
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Is Roasted Sesame Seeds safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Sesame Seeds is used here as base. Roasted sesame seeds add flavor and are rich in nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: roasted sesame seeds
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener used for texture and sweetness, but it raises concerns about high sugar content and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is an added sweetener that increases the overall sugar content, which may not align with health-conscious dietary choices.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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: 3355935
More from this brand: Flying Tiger products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , sesame
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