Is Soft Nougat Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mitakos
Mitakos's Soft Nougat Bar 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 Glucose Syrup, Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes glucose syrup and sugar as primary sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. The presence of roasted peanuts and candied orange peels adds some natural elements but also indicates processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from glucose syrup and sugar raises quality 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 roasted peanuts, providing a source of natural flavor and texture.
- Includes candied orange peels, which add a fruity element and some natural ingredients.
Concerns
- High sugar content from glucose syrup and sugar raises quality concerns.
- Contains egg white, which may not be suitable for all dietary preferences.
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 Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener derived from starch, contributing to high sugar levels in this product, which raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that adds sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as flavor. Roasted peanuts provide a natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall composition of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: geröstete Erdnusskerne
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Is Candied Orange Peels safe in this snack?
Medium
Candied Orange Peels is used here as flavor. Candied orange peels add a fruity flavor and some natural ingredients, but the added sugars raise concerns about overall sweetness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kandierte Orangenschalen
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and some beneficial properties, though it still contributes to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Honig
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Is Coconut Flakes safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut Flakes is used here as flavor. Coconut flakes provide a natural flavor and texture, enhancing the product's overall appeal without significant processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kokosraspeln
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Is Egg White safe in this snack?
Medium
Egg White is used here as base. Egg white serves as a binding agent, contributing to texture but may not be suitable for those avoiding animal products.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hühnereieiweiß
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Is Wafer safe in this snack?
Medium
Wafer is used here as base. The wafer, made from potato starch and olive oil, adds texture but is a processed component that may raise concerns about additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: Waffel (Kartoffelstärke, Wasser, Olivenöl)
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is used to enhance taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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: 3560813
More from this brand: Mitakos products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , egg
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