Is Plant-Based Steaks With Pepper Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Vemondo
Vemondo's Plant-Based Steaks With Pepper 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 Modified Starch.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes a mix of plant proteins and emulsifiers, with concerns raised by modified starch and xanthan gum. Overall, the product presents a moderate quality profile.
Main concern
Includes modified starch, which is processed and may raise concerns about its quality and safety in food products.
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 a variety of plant proteins like textured wheat and pea proteins, contributing to a diverse protein source.
- Natural extracts such as beet juice concentrate and sweet potato concentrate enhance flavor and color without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Includes modified starch, which is processed and may raise concerns about its quality and safety in food products.
- Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, can be viewed as a processed ingredient with potential digestive concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a primary ingredient, providing moisture and acting as a solvent for other components.
Role in formula: base
Original: geriamasis vanduo
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used for its fat content, providing texture and flavor, but is a refined oil with some processing concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: rapsų aliejus
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Is Textured Wheat Protein safe in this food?
Good
Textured Wheat Protein is used here as base. Textured wheat protein contributes to the product's protein content and mimics the texture of meat, enhancing its appeal.
Role in formula: base
Original: tekstūruoti kviečių baltymai
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Is Textured Pea Protein safe in this food?
Good
Textured Pea Protein is used here as base. Textured pea protein adds to the protein profile and is a common ingredient in plant-based products for its meat-like texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: tekstūruoti žirnių baltymai
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Is Modified Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used as a thickener and stabilizer, but its processing raises concerns about quality and potential digestive issues.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifikuotas krakmolas
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that can improve texture but may cause digestive discomfort in some individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: ksantano derva
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: 3846507
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Allergens detected: egg , milk , sesame , mustard , celery , soy
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