Is Protein Balls Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Genuss Plus
Protein Balls is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Genuss Plus. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Raspberry Flavor affect the overall evaluation.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes dried dates and pumpkin seeds, which are beneficial. However, sweetened dried cranberries and raspberry flavor raise concerns about added sugars and artificial flavoring.
Main concern
Sweetened dried cranberries contain apple juice concentrate, indicating added sugars that may affect health.
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
- Dried dates provide natural sweetness and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Pumpkin seeds are a good source of healthy fats and minerals, enhancing the nutritional profile.
Concerns
- Sweetened dried cranberries contain apple juice concentrate, indicating added sugars that may affect health.
- Raspberry flavor is artificial, which raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
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 Dried Dates safe in this snack?
Good
Dried Dates is used here as base. Dried dates are a natural sweetener and provide fiber, enhancing the product's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: getrocknete Datteln
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Is Pumpkin Seeds safe in this snack?
Good
Pumpkin Seeds is used here as base. Pumpkin seeds are rich in healthy fats and minerals, contributing positively to the overall health profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kürbiskerne
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Is Sweetened Dried Cranberries safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweetened Dried Cranberries is used here as sweetener. Sweetened dried cranberries contain apple juice concentrate, indicating added sugars that may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: gesüßte getrocknete Cranberries (Cranberry, Apfelsaftkonzentrat, Sonnenblumenkerne)
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Dried Cranberries
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Is Peanut Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Peanut Butter is used here as base. Peanut butter adds protein and healthy fats, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Erdnussbutter
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Is Pea Protein Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Pea Protein Powder is used here as base. Pea protein powder is a plant-based protein source, contributing to the protein content of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Erbsenproteinpulver
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Is Coconut safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut is used here as base. Coconut adds flavor and healthy fats, enhancing the overall taste and nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosnuss
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Is Raspberry Flavor safe in this snack?
Bad
Raspberry Flavor is used here as flavor. Raspberry flavor is artificial, raising concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Himbeeraroma
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: 3888852
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Allergens detected: peanut
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