Is Uncle Ben's Rice With Carrots & Herbs, Roasted Chicken Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Uncle Ben's

Uncle Ben's's Uncle Ben's Rice With Carrots & Herbs, Roasted Chicken is reviewed here as a food. 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 Sugar, Natural Flavors, Autolyzed Yeast Extract.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like autolyzed yeast extract and sugar, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and preservatives also indicate a less clean profile.

Main concern

Contains autolyzed yeast extract, a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about additives.

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 parboiled long grain rice, a minimally processed grain that provides a good base.
  • Includes natural ingredients like carrot and parsley, contributing to flavor and color.
  • Fortified with niacin, iron, and folate, enhancing nutritional value.
  • Uses canola/sunflower oil, which are common cooking oils with moderate health implications.

Concerns

  • Contains autolyzed yeast extract, a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about additives.
  • Includes sugar, which is often viewed negatively in processed foods.
  • Natural flavors are vague and can include synthetic components, raising quality concerns.
  • Presence of potassium chloride as a salt substitute may indicate a processed flavor profile.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3238106

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Rice With Carrots & Herbs, Roasted Chicken 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Rice With Carrots & Herbs, Roasted Chicken has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Uncle Ben's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains parboiled long grain rice, a minimally processed grain that provides a good base.; Includes natural ingredients like carrot and parsley, contributing to flavor and color.; Fortified with niacin, iron, and folate, enhancing nutritional value.. See the Pros section above.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Rice With Carrots & Herbs, Roasted Chicken has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Rice With Carrots & Herbs, Roasted Chicken has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Uncle Ben's — Uncle Ben's Rice With Carrots & Herbs, Roasted Chicken has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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