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, Inverted Sugar Syrup, Diphosphates.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and potassium sorbate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of stabilizers and emulsifiers indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
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 yogurt (16.1%), which may contribute to flavor and texture.
- Includes chicory root fiber, a natural ingredient that can aid digestion.
- Uses eggs, providing a source of moisture and richness in the product.
- Incorporates baking powders for leavening, ensuring a light texture.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that may raise quality concerns.
- Contains mono- and diglycerides, which are processed emulsifiers with mixed safety profiles.
- Presence of refined flour and starch indicates a lack of whole grain options.
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. However, it is refined, which may reduce nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farine de BLE
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to high calorie content and potential health risks associated with excessive 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 that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de colza
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Is Yogurt safe in this snack?
Good
Yogurt is used here as base. Yogurt (16.1%) adds moisture and flavor, and may provide beneficial probiotics, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: yaourt
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Is Fresh Eggs safe in this snack?
Good
Fresh Eggs is used here as base. Fresh eggs contribute to the product's richness and moisture, enhancing texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: OEUFS frais
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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 some quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: glycérol
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Is Inverted Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Inverted Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Inverted sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sweetness and potential health risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de sucre inverti cristallisé
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Is Chicory Root Fiber safe in this snack?
Good
Chicory Root Fiber is used here as base. Chicory root fiber is a natural ingredient that can aid digestion and adds fiber content to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: fibre de racine de chicorée
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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, providing texture but is a processed ingredient with limited nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de maïs
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient with reduced fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: LAIT écrémé en poudre
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Is Diphosphates safe in this snack?
Bad
Diphosphates is used here as leavening agent. Diphosphates are chemical leavening agents that may raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: diphosphates
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Is Sodium Carbonates safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Carbonates is used here as leavening agent. Sodium carbonates are used for leavening but are synthetic and may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonates de sodium
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this snack?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help blend ingredients but are processed and may raise concerns about their safety.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this snack?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sorbate de potassium
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and is a natural ingredient, contributing to the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: sel
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Is Flavoring safe in this snack?
Medium
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is added to enhance taste but may be artificial, raising concerns about the quality of flavoring agents used.
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: 3753177
More from this brand: Brossard products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , egg
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