Is Treasure Hunt Trail Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
365 Whole Foods Market
365 Whole Foods Market's Treasure Hunt 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 almonds and raisins, which are good ingredients. However, the presence of milk chocolate gems and various oils raises concerns about processed components and additives.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes almonds and raisins, which are good ingredients. However, the presence of milk chocolate gems and various oils raises concerns about processed components and additives.
Main concern
Milk chocolate gems contain refined sugars and emulsifiers, indicating a highly processed nature.
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
- Almonds provide healthy fats and nutrients, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Raisins add natural sweetness and fiber, enhancing the nutritional profile of the mix.
Concerns
- Milk chocolate gems contain refined sugars and emulsifiers, indicating a highly processed nature.
- The use of multiple oils, including sunflower and peanut oils, raises concerns about the quality of fats in the product.
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 Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are a nutritious base ingredient, providing healthy fats, protein, and essential vitamins. Their presence supports the overall quality of the mix.
Role in formula: base
Original: ALMONDS
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Is Milk Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Chocolate is used here as flavor. Milk chocolate is a sweetened chocolate product that adds flavor but is high in refined sugars and fats, raising concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: MILK CHOCOLATE GEMS (MILK CHOCOLATE [CANE SUGAR,, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, COCOA BUTTER, DRY WHOLE MILK, MILK FAT, SOY LECITHIN, {EMULSIFIER}, VANILLA EXTRACT], COLORED SHELL [CANE SUGAR, RICE STARCH, GUM, ARABIC, CONTAINS LESS THAN 1% OF THE FOLLOWING: FOOD GLAZE {SHELLAC,, CARNAUBA WAX, BEESWAX, TAPIOCA MALTODEXTRIN, CANE SUGAR}, CORNSTARCH,, COLOR {SPIRULINA EXTRACT, TURMERIC, RED CABBAGE JUICE EXTRACT, BEET JUICE,, ANNATTO, CORN MALTODEXTRIN}])
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Is Raisins safe in this snack?
Good
Raisins is used here as base. Raisins are dried grapes that provide natural sweetness and fiber, contributing positively to the nutritional value of the trail mix.
Role in formula: base
Original: RAISINS (RAISINS, EXPELLER PRESSED SUNFLOWER, SEED OIL)
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Medium
Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts add protein and flavor but are often processed with oils, which may affect their health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: ROASTED PEANUTS (PEANUTS, SUNFLOWER SEED OIL AND/OR HIGHLY, REFINED PEANUT OIL AND/OR SAFFLOWER SEED OIL)
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: 3349220
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk
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