Is Pizza La Campagnola Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Monoprix Gourmet
Monoprix Gourmet's Pizza La Campagnola is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 70/100 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 Dextrose.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes several processed ingredients like dextrose and inactive yeast, which raise quality concerns. However, the presence of natural ingredients like olive oil and grilled vegetables contributes positively to the overall rating.
Main concern
Dextrose is a processed sugar that 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
- Contains olive oil, a natural fat that can provide flavor and health benefits.
- Includes grilled vegetables like eggplant and zucchini, adding nutritional value.
- Tomato sauce made from purée indicates a focus on natural ingredients.
- Mozzarella and Provolone cheese contribute to flavor and texture.
Concerns
- Dextrose is a processed sugar that raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
- Inactive yeast is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant benefits.
- Presence of traces of mustard and soy may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.
- Use of flour and rice flour indicates reliance on refined grains, which may not be ideal.
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 Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary base for the pizza crust, but its refined nature raises concerns about nutritional quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farine de blé
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is essential for dough formation and hydration, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: eau
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Is Tomato Sauce safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Sauce is used here as flavor. Tomato sauce, made from purée, adds flavor and moisture, enhancing the overall taste profile of the pizza.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sauce à la tomate
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Is Mozzarella safe in this food?
Good
Mozzarella is used here as flavor. Mozzarella cheese provides creaminess and flavor, contributing positively to the pizza's overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mozzarella
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Is Grilled Eggplant safe in this food?
Good
Grilled Eggplant is used here as natural_extract. Grilled eggplant adds flavor and texture, enhancing the nutritional profile of the pizza.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: aubergines grillées
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Is Grilled Zucchini safe in this food?
Good
Grilled Zucchini is used here as natural_extract. Grilled zucchini contributes to the vegetable content, providing additional nutrients and flavor.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: courgettes grillées
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Is Provolone Cheese safe in this food?
Good
Provolone Cheese is used here as flavor. Provolone cheese adds a distinct flavor and richness, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fromage Provolone
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Is Grilled Red Peppers safe in this food?
Good
Grilled Red Peppers is used here as natural_extract. Grilled red peppers contribute sweetness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the pizza.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: poivrons rouges grillés
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Is Grilled Yellow Peppers safe in this food?
Good
Grilled Yellow Peppers is used here as natural_extract. Grilled yellow peppers add color and flavor, contributing positively to the pizza's appeal.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: poivrons jaunes grillés
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Is Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Olive Oil is used here as flavor. Olive oil enhances flavor and provides healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: huile d'olive
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation due to potential health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast is used here as leavening_agent. Yeast is essential for dough rising, but its processed nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: levure
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Is Inactive Yeast safe in this food?
Medium
Inactive Yeast is used here as leavening_agent. Inactive yeast is used for flavor but does not contribute to leavening, raising questions about its necessity.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: levure désactivée
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Is Dextrose safe in this food?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a processed sugar that may contribute to added sugars in the product, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Rice Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is used for texture but is a refined grain, which may not provide the same nutritional benefits as whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de riz
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: 3684464
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Allergens detected: mustard , soy
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