Is Savane Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Brossard
Brossard's Savane is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Flavor.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and lecithins, which raise quality concerns. The presence of stabilizers and artificial flavors further indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources 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 eggs and chocolate, which provide flavor and texture.
- Includes chicory root fiber, which can contribute to dietary fiber intake.
- Uses natural vanilla flavor, enhancing taste without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources raises health concerns.
- Presence of emulsifiers like soy lecithin indicates processing.
- Stabilizers and artificial flavors suggest a less natural composition.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture. However, it is a refined ingredient, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farine de blé
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Is Fresh Eggs safe in this snack?
Good
Fresh Eggs is used here as base. Fresh eggs contribute protein and moisture, enhancing the product's nutritional profile and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: œufs frais
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary sweetener, contributing to high caloric content and potential health risks associated with excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used for moisture and texture but is a processed oil, raising concerns about quality and health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de colza
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Is Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate is used here as flavor. Chocolate adds flavor and richness but contains sugar and emulsifiers, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chocolat
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Is Chicory Root Fiber safe in this snack?
Good
Chicory Root Fiber is used here as natural_extract. Chicory root fiber is a soluble fiber that can aid digestion, contributing positively to the product's fiber content.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fibre de racine de chicorée
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Is Glycerol safe in this snack?
Medium
Glycerol is used here as stabilizer. Glycerol acts as a stabilizer, helping maintain moisture but is a synthetic ingredient that raises processing concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: glycérol
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder provides flavor and color but is often processed, which may affect its quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao en poudre
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this snack?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk adds richness and moisture, enhancing the product's texture and flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: jaune d'œuf
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Is Acacia Gum safe in this snack?
Medium
Acacia Gum is used here as thickener. Acacia gum is a soluble fiber used as a thickener, which can improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gomme d'acacia
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening. Sodium bicarbonate is a leavening agent that helps the product rise but is a synthetic compound.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: carbonates de sodium
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to health concerns if consumed in excess.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used as a thickener and stabilizer, but it is a processed ingredient that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de maïs
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Is Flavor safe in this snack?
Bad
Flavor is used here as flavor. The unspecified flavoring may include artificial components, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme
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: 3387770
More from this brand: Brossard products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: peanut , milk , egg
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