Is Toasted Salted Sunflower Seeds 250g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Plaza Del Sol
Plaza Del Sol's Toasted Salted Sunflower Seeds 250g is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 85/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition includes toasted sunflower seeds and rice flour, with salt as a seasoning. The presence of whole food ingredients supports a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition includes toasted sunflower seeds and rice flour, with salt as a seasoning. The presence of whole food ingredients supports a clean rating.
Main concern
Salt content is relatively high at 8%, which may raise concerns for sodium intake.
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 toasted sunflower seeds, a natural source of healthy fats and nutrients.
- Rice flour is a gluten-free alternative, making it suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Concerns
- Salt content is relatively high at 8%, which may raise concerns for sodium intake.
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 Sunflower Seeds safe in this snack?
Good
Sunflower Seeds is used here as base. Sunflower seeds provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: graines de tournesol
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but at 8% it raises concerns regarding sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel 8%
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour serves as a gluten-free ingredient, adding texture without compromising quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de riz
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: 4171415
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