Is Protein Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Be Kind
Protein is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Be Kind. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Glucose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes several processed components like glucose syrup and soya protein isolate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and sweeteners also indicates a less clean profile.
Main concern
Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.
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 peanuts and almonds, which provide healthy fats and nutrients.
- Includes dark chocolate, offering some antioxidant benefits.
- Chicory root fiber adds dietary fiber, which can support digestive health.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.
- Soya protein isolate is a highly processed ingredient with potential allergenic concerns.
- Emulsifiers like soya lecithin may raise questions about processing and quality.
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 Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts are a source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the nutritional profile of this snack.
Role in formula: base
Original: peanuts
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Is Dark Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Dark Chocolate is used here as flavor. Dark chocolate contains sugar and cocoa, providing flavor and some antioxidants, but also adds processed sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dark chocolate (sugar,cocoa mass,cocoa butter,emulsifier soya lectin,natural flavouring)
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Is Soya Protein Isolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Soya Protein Isolate is used here as base. Soya protein isolate is a highly processed protein source, which may raise concerns about allergenicity and processing quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: soya protein isolate
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can lead to high sugar intake, raising concerns about overall health impact.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that provides some nutrients and antioxidants, contributing positively to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: honey
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Is Chicory Root Fibre safe in this snack?
Good
Chicory Root Fibre is used here as base. Chicory root fiber is a source of dietary fiber, which can support digestive health and improve gut function.
Role in formula: base
Original: chicory root fibre
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Is Tocopherol Rich Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Tocopherol Rich Extract is used here as antioxidant. Tocopherol rich extract serves as an antioxidant, helping to preserve the product and potentially offering health benefits.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxidant tocopherol rich extract
Read the full ingredient profile for Tocopherol Rich Extract
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: 3925278
More from this brand: Be Kind products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: peanut , soy , tree_nut
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