Is Red Band Juicy Bites Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Red Band
Red Band Juicy Bites is a snack from Red Band. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Palm Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are high in processed sugars. Additionally, palm oil raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises health concerns.
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 fruit juice from concentrate, providing some natural flavor.
- Natural aroma enhances taste without synthetic additives.
- Includes spirulina extract, which is a natural colorant and source of nutrients.
- Sorbitol acts as a humectant, helping to retain moisture in the product.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises health concerns.
- Palm oil is present, which is linked to environmental issues and health debates.
- Maltodextrin is a processed ingredient that may raise glycemic index concerns.
- Contains sodium lactate, a synthetic acidity regulator that may not appeal to all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to high caloric content and potential health risks associated with excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Suiker
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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 rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, raising concerns about its health impact.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucosestroop
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a controversial ingredient due to its environmental impact and health implications associated with saturated fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is a plant-based fat that is often considered healthier than some other fats, but it is still high in saturated fat.
Role in formula: base
Original: kokos
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Medium
Sorbitol is used here as humectant. Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used to retain moisture, but it can cause digestive issues in some individuals when consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: bevochtigingsmiddel (sorbitol)
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can raise blood sugar levels and is often used as a thickening agent.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrine
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Is Fruit Juice From Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Fruit Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Fruit juice from concentrate adds natural flavor and some vitamins, although it is still processed and may contain added sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fruitsap uit concentraat (sinaasappel, framboos, ananas)
Read the full ingredient profile for Fruit Juice From Concentrate
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, but it can be highly processed and may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: voedingszuren (citroenzuur)
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used for acidity regulation and flavor enhancement, but it is often produced through fermentation of sugars.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: melkzuur
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Is Natural Aroma safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Aroma is used here as flavor. Natural aroma enhances flavor without synthetic additives, but the exact composition can vary and may include processed components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natuurlijk aroma
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Is Sucrose Esters Of Fatty Acids safe in this snack?
Medium
Sucrose Esters Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. Sucrose esters are used as emulsifiers to improve texture, but they are processed and may not be well understood by consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (sucrose-esters van vetzuren)
Read the full ingredient profile for Sucrose Esters Of Fatty Acids
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is a common flavor enhancer that can improve taste, but excessive consumption can lead to health issues.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Spirulina Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Spirulina Concentrate is used here as colorant. Spirulina concentrate is a natural colorant and source of nutrients, contributing to the product's color and potential health benefits.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: spirulinaconcentraat
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Is Spirulina Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Spirulina Extract is used here as colorant. Spirulina extract is used for its vibrant color and nutritional properties, adding a natural element to the product.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: spirulina-extract
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Is Sodium Lactate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Lactate is used here as acidulant. Sodium lactate is used to regulate acidity and enhance flavor, but it is a synthetic ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: zuurteregelaar (natriumlactaat)
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: 4210093
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Allergens detected: milk , nuts , peanuts
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