Is Vegetable Puree Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Despar
Despar's Vegetable Puree is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 75/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes a variety of vegetables and legumes, but also contains processed ingredients like maltodextrins and dehydrated powders, which raise quality concerns.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes a variety of vegetables and legumes, but also contains processed ingredients like maltodextrins and dehydrated powders, which raise quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains maltodextrins, a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar levels.
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 a variety of vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and zucchini, contributing to a diverse nutrient profile.
- Includes legumes such as borlotti and cannellini beans, which provide fiber and plant-based protein.
Concerns
- Contains maltodextrins, a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar levels.
- Includes dehydrated powders and extracts, which may indicate a loss of some nutritional value compared to fresh ingredients.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this vegetable puree, ensuring the right consistency and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Acqua
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Is Vegetables safe in this food?
Good
Vegetables is used here as base. A mix of vegetables (28%) like potatoes, carrots, and zucchini provides essential vitamins and minerals.
Role in formula: base
Original: verdure in proporzione variabile 28% (patate, carote, zucchine, bieta, cipolla, porro, sedano e F spinaci)
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Is Borlotti Beans safe in this food?
Good
Borlotti Beans is used here as base. Borlotti beans add protein and fiber, enhancing the nutritional profile of the puree.
Role in formula: base
Original: fagioli borlotti 5%
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Is Cannellini Beans safe in this food?
Good
Cannellini Beans is used here as base. Cannellini beans contribute additional protein and fiber, supporting a balanced diet.
Role in formula: base
Original: fagioli cannellini 4%
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Is Vegetable Broth safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Broth is used here as flavor. Vegetable broth adds flavor but contains processed ingredients like maltodextrins and dehydrated powders, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: brodo vegetale (sale, fecola di patate, maltodestrine, estratto di lievito, cipolla disidratata in polvere, olio di semi di girasole, erba cipollina disidratata in polvere, carota disidratata in polvere, miscela di erbe aromatiche, estratto di oliva in polvere, aglio disidratato in polvere)
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Is Borlotti Bean Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Borlotti Bean Flour is used here as thickener. Borlotti bean flour acts as a thickener, but its processing may reduce some nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: farina di fagioli borlotti
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra virgin olive oil is a healthy fat source, providing monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.
Role in formula: base
Original: olio extravergine di oliva
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sale
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: 4148273
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