Is Seafriends Chocolate Chip Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Love Child Organics
Love Child Organics's Seafriends Chocolate Chip 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 Palm Oil, Natural Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes enriched wheat flour and cane sugar, alongside several powders like apple and spinach. The presence of palm oil and natural flavors raises quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, which raises concerns about sustainability 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
- Inclusion of vegetable powders like spinach and broccoli adds some nutritional value.
- Organic ingredients such as cane sugar and enriched wheat flour indicate a focus on quality sourcing.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, which raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- Natural flavors are included, which can be vague and may involve synthetic processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Enriched Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Enriched Wheat Flour is used here as base. Enriched wheat flour provides structure and texture to the product. However, its refined nature raises concerns about nutrient density.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched wheat flour* (wheat flour*, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid)
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is used for sweetness but is a refined sugar that can contribute to health issues if consumed excessively.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar*
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a highly processed fat that raises sustainability concerns and may have negative health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm oil*
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Is Chocolate Chips safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate Chips is used here as flavor. Chocolate chips add flavor but contain cane sugar and soy lecithin, which may raise concerns about processing and additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chocolate chips* (cane sugar*, chocolate liquor*, cocoa butter*, soy lecithin*)
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Is Invert Cane Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Invert Cane Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a processed sweetener that can enhance sweetness but may contribute to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: invert cane sugar syrup*
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this snack?
Bad
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors can be derived from various sources and may involve synthetic processing, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors*
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent, helping the product rise, but is a processed ingredient with limited nutritional value.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: sodium bicarbonate
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea salt
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin*
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Is Apple Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Apple Powder is used here as natural_extract. Apple powder adds natural sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: apple powder*
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Is Banana Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Banana Powder is used here as natural_extract. Banana powder provides natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste and nutritional value.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: banana powder*
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Is Sweet Potato Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Sweet Potato Powder is used here as natural_extract. Sweet potato powder adds natural sweetness and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sweet potato powder*
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Is Broccoli Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Broccoli Powder is used here as natural_extract. Broccoli powder offers some nutritional benefits, adding vitamins and minerals to the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: broccoli powder*
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Is Spinach Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Spinach Powder is used here as natural_extract. Spinach powder contributes vitamins and minerals, enhancing the nutritional profile of the snack.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: spinach powder*
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a gluten-free alternative that provides texture but lacks the nutritional density of whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: rice flour*
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: 3241670
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Allergens detected: soy
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