Is So Vegan So Fein Walnut Cream Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Brinkers
This page reviews So Vegan So Fein Walnut Cream by Brinkers as a food. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes ingredients like sunflower oil and emulsifier sunflower lecithin, which are processed and raise moderate quality concerns. The presence of sugar and dried rice syrup also indicates a level of processing.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes ingredients like sunflower oil and emulsifier sunflower lecithin, which are processed and raise moderate quality concerns. The presence of sugar and dried rice syrup also indicates a level of processing.
Main concern
Contains refined sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and 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 walnuts (15%), providing a source of healthy fats and flavor.
- Includes organic ingredients like sunflower oil and bourbon vanilla powder, indicating a commitment to quality.
Concerns
- Contains refined sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processing.
- Sunflower oil is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Sucrose safe in this food?
Medium
Sucrose is used here as sweetener. Sucrose is a refined sugar used for sweetness in this walnut cream. Its high processing level raises concerns about health impacts when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Rohrzucker
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a refined oil used for texture and consistency. While it provides a smooth mouthfeel, its processing raises concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl*
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Is Walnuts safe in this food?
Good
Walnuts is used here as base. Walnuts (15%) are a natural source of healthy fats and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Walnüsse* 15%
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Is Dried Rice Syrup safe in this food?
Medium
Dried Rice Syrup is used here as sweetener. Dried rice syrup is a sweetener derived from rice, providing sweetness but also indicating a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: getrockneter Reissirup*
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is used for texture and flavor. While it has some health benefits, its high saturated fat content raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosõl*
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this food?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds creaminess and flavor. It is a processed fat, which may raise concerns for those seeking minimally processed options.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter*
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Is Deodorized Cocoa Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Deodorized Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Deodorized cocoa powder is used for flavor. Its processing may reduce some of the natural benefits found in raw cocoa.
Role in formula: base
Original: stark entöltes Kakaopulver
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients. While it is derived from a natural source, its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Sonnenblumenlecithine*
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Is Bourbon Vanilla Powder safe in this food?
Good
Bourbon Vanilla Powder is used here as flavor. Bourbon vanilla powder adds natural flavor to the product, enhancing its taste profile without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Bourbon - Vanillepulver*
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: 4201993
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Allergens detected: walnut
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