Is Tatranky With Hazelnuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Opavia
This page reviews Tatranky With Hazelnuts by Opavia as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Palm Oil, Flavoring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes palm oil and various emulsifiers, which raise concerns about processing and ingredient quality. The presence of sugar and artificial flavors also contributes to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, raising 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
- Contains hazelnuts, providing a natural nut flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Includes wheat germ, which can add fiber and nutrients to the product.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- Sugar is a primary ingredient, indicating high sweetness and potential for overconsumption.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the snack. It is a common base in baked goods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pšeničná mouka
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to enhance sweetness, but its high presence raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and related health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Cukr
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a common vegetable fat that raises sustainability concerns due to deforestation and habitat destruction associated with its production.
Role in formula: base
Original: palmojádrový
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is used for texture and flavor but is high in saturated fats, which can raise health concerns if consumed in excess.
Role in formula: base
Original: kokosový
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Is Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder adds protein and creaminess but is a dairy derivative, which may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sušená syrovátka (z mléka)
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Is Cocoa Coating safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Coating is used here as flavor. Cocoa coating adds flavor and sweetness but contains sugar and palm oil, raising concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaová poleva 7,2 %
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts provide a rich flavor and some nutritional benefits, including healthy fats and vitamins.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Pražená jádra lískových ořechů 4,4 %
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used for texture and moisture but is often refined, which may reduce its nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Řepkový olej
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Is Wheat Germ safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Germ is used here as base. Wheat germ is nutrient-rich, providing vitamins and minerals, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pšeničné klíčky
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Is Soy Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Flour is used here as base. Soy flour adds protein and texture but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sójová mouka
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds flavor and some antioxidants but is often processed, which may affect its quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaový prášek se sníženým obsahem tuku
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Is Emulsifier Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifier Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin helps blend ingredients but is a processed additive that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgátor (sójový lecitin)
Read the full ingredient profile for Emulsifier Soy Lecithin
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Is Flavoring safe in this snack?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is used to enhance taste but may include artificial components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma
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Is Raising Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Raising Agents is used here as thickener. Raising agents help the product rise during baking but are often synthetic, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Kypřicí látky (E504, E500, E503)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, contributing to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Jedlá sůl
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: 4091534
More from this brand: Opavia products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , wheat , hazelnuts
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