Is Seffon Farms, Nature's Finest Trail Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Setton International Foods
Setton International Foods's Seffon Farms, Nature's Finest Trail Mix 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 composition includes black raisins and cranberries with added sugars and oils, indicating a mix of natural and processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and palm oil raises quality concerns.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes black raisins and cranberries with added sugars and oils, indicating a mix of natural and processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and palm oil raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Cranberries contain added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 a variety of nuts like cashews, almonds, and walnuts, which are good sources of healthy fats.
- Black raisins and cranberries provide natural sweetness and some antioxidants.
- No artificial preservatives or colors detected, indicating a more natural composition.
- Tree nuts are a good source of protein and essential nutrients.
Concerns
- Cranberries contain added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Sunflower oil and palm oil are processed oils that may not be ideal for health.
- The presence of citric acid as a preservative may indicate some processing.
- Contains tree nuts, which may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.
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 Black Raisins safe in this snack?
Medium
Black Raisins is used here as base. Black raisins provide natural sweetness and some fiber, but the addition of sunflower oil raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Black raisins (sunflower oil, no-trans non-hydrogenated palm oil)
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Is Cranberries safe in this snack?
Medium
Cranberries is used here as base. Cranberries add flavor and some antioxidants, but the added sugar and citric acid indicate processing and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: cranberries (sugar, citric acid, sunflower oil, elderberry juice concentrate (color))
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Is Cashews safe in this snack?
Good
Cashews is used here as base. Cashews are a nutritious nut providing healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cashews
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Is Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are rich in nutrients and healthy fats, enhancing the nutritional profile of this trail mix.
Role in formula: base
Original: almonds
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Is Filberts safe in this snack?
Good
Filberts is used here as base. Filberts (hazelnuts) provide healthy fats and are a good source of vitamins and minerals, supporting overall health.
Role in formula: base
Original: filberts
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Is Walnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Walnuts is used here as base. Walnuts are high in omega-3 fatty acids, contributing positively to heart health and overall nutrition.
Role in formula: base
Original: walnuts
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: 2423679
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Allergens detected: tree nuts
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