Is Pistachio Blueberry Chewy Bites Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Setton Farms
Pistachio Blueberry Chewy Bites is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Setton Farms. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes roasted unsalted pistachios and blueberry infused cranberries, but also contains added sugars and oils, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple syrups indicates a processed nature.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes roasted unsalted pistachios and blueberry infused cranberries, but also contains added sugars and oils, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple syrups indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
The inclusion of sugar in blueberry infused cranberries raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
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 unsalted pistachios provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Blueberry infused cranberries add natural fruit flavor and some antioxidants, enhancing the product's appeal.
Concerns
- The inclusion of sugar in blueberry infused cranberries raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
- Maple brown rice syrup and brown rice syrup contribute to the overall sugar content, indicating a highly processed composition.
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 Pistachios safe in this snack?
Good
Pistachios is used here as base. Roasted unsalted pistachios serve as the primary ingredient, providing healthy fats and protein, which are beneficial in a snack context.
Role in formula: base
Original: ROASTED UNSALTED PISTACHIOS
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Is Cranberries safe in this snack?
Medium
Cranberries is used here as flavor. Cranberries are infused with blueberry juice and sugar, adding flavor but also raising concerns due to the added sugar content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: BLUEBERRY INFUSED CRANBERRIES (Cranberries, Sugar, Grape Juice From Concentrate, Blueberry Juice From Concentrate, Sunflower Oil)
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Is Brown Rice Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Rice Syrup is used here as sweetener. Brown rice syrup is a sweetener that contributes to the overall sugar content, indicating a processed nature of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: BROWN RICE SYRUP
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Is Coconut safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut is used here as base. Coconut adds natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality of the snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCONUT
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is used for texture and moisture but is a processed oil, which raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SUNFLOWER OIL
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor without significant health concerns, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEA SALT
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Is Blueberry Flavoring safe in this snack?
Medium
Blueberry Flavoring is used here as flavor. All natural blueberry flavoring adds taste but may not provide the same benefits as whole fruit, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ALL NATURAL BLUEBERRY FLAVORING
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: 2423678
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