Is S’mores Trail Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Favorite Day
S’mores Trail Mix is a snack from Favorite Day. It has a Zerotox safety score of 45/100, which means it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Corn Syrup.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes multiple sugars and palm oil, raising concerns about high processing and synthetic additives. Ingredients like whey and modified cornstarch further indicate quality issues.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, indicating potential over-processing.
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 natural flavors which can enhance taste without synthetic additives.
- Includes graham crumbs and honey, providing some natural sweetness and texture.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, indicating potential over-processing.
- Presence of palm oil raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- Modified cornstarch is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
- Whey and milk derivatives may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 the overall high sugar content in this mix, raising concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Palm Kernel Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Kernel Oil is used here as base. Palm kernel oil is a highly processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its saturated fat content and the impact of palm oil production on deforestation.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm kernel oil
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Is Whey safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey is used here as base. Whey is a dairy byproduct that adds protein but may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey
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Is Nonfat Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Nonfat Milk is used here as base. Nonfat milk is a dairy ingredient that provides some nutritional value but may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies, indicating potential quality issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: nonfat milk
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Is Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk adds creaminess and flavor but poses risks for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies, impacting overall product quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is a common emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is derived from soy, which may be a concern for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing to the overall taste profile without raising significant health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring agents can enhance taste but may be derived from various sources, raising questions about their specific quality and safety.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor
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Is Milk Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Chocolate is used here as flavor. Milk chocolate adds sweetness and flavor but contains sugar and fats, contributing to the overall high sugar content and raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: milk chocolate
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Is Whole Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk is used here as base. Whole milk provides creaminess and flavor but may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies, impacting overall product quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole milk
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans that adds richness but is high in saturated fats, raising health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Chocolate Liquor safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate Liquor is used here as flavor. Chocolate liquor adds rich chocolate flavor but is high in fat and calories, contributing to the overall richness of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chocolate liquor
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts provide protein and healthy fats, contributing positively to the nutritional profile of the mix, though they may pose allergy risks.
Role in formula: base
Original: peanuts
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Is Graham Crumbs safe in this snack?
Medium
Graham Crumbs is used here as base. Graham crumbs add texture and flavor but are made from refined flour and sugar, raising concerns about their nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: graham crumbs
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Is Unbleached Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Unbleached Wheat Flour is used here as base. Unbleached wheat flour is less processed than bleached flour but still contributes to the overall carbohydrate content, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: unbleached wheat flour
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Is Graham Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Graham Flour is used here as base. Graham flour adds texture and flavor but is a refined ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: graham flour
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Is Molasses safe in this snack?
Medium
Molasses is used here as sweetener. Molasses is a natural sweetener that adds flavor but is still a sugar source, contributing to the overall high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: molasses
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that provides flavor and some nutrients, contributing positively to the product's overall composition.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: honey
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Is Baking Soda safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Soda is used here as leavening agent. Baking soda is a leavening agent that helps with texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: baking soda
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Is Corn Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sugar content and raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: corn syrup
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Is Modified Cornstarch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Cornstarch is used here as thickener. Modified cornstarch is a processed thickener that may raise quality concerns due to its synthetic nature and potential health implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified cornstarch
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Is Gum Acacia safe in this snack?
Medium
Gum Acacia is used here as thickener. Gum acacia is a natural thickener that can improve texture but may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gum acacia
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Is Confectioner S Glaze safe in this snack?
Bad
Confectioner S Glaze is used here as coating. Confectioner's glaze is a coating agent that may contain shellac, raising concerns about its safety and quality in food products.
Role in formula: coating
Original: confectioner's glaze
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: 3335093
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk , soy , wheat
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