Is Rice Cakes Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Gut Bio
Rice Cakes is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Gut Bio. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes rice and rice syrup as primary ingredients, with peanut and sunflower oil. The presence of rice syrup raises concerns about added sugars, impacting the overall rating.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes rice and rice syrup as primary ingredients, with peanut and sunflower oil. The presence of rice syrup raises concerns about added sugars, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Rice syrup is a processed sweetener, raising concerns about added sugars.
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
- Rice is a natural grain, providing a gluten-free base for the snack.
- Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil, offering a source of unsaturated fats.
Concerns
- Rice syrup is a processed sweetener, raising concerns about added sugars.
- The presence of salt may contribute to sodium intake, which can be a concern for some consumers.
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 Rice safe in this snack?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice serves as the primary ingredient, providing a gluten-free base for the snack. It is minimally processed and generally considered safe.
Role in formula: base
Original: Arroz
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Is Rice Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Syrup is used here as sweetener. Rice syrup is a sweetener derived from rice, used to enhance flavor. Its processing raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirope de arroz
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Is Peanut safe in this snack?
Good
Peanut is used here as base. Peanut adds flavor and protein to the snack, contributing to its nutritional profile. However, it may pose allergen risks for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacahuete
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for flavor enhancement. While it adds taste, excessive sodium intake can be a concern for health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal marina
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that provides a source of unsaturated fats. Its processing level raises moderate concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite de girasol
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: 3861728
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Allergens detected: peanut
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