Kettle

This product receives a rating of 1/5 green leaves, signaling it as an option to avoid when seeking cleaner food choices. The ‘Kettle Parmesan Garlic’ chips are not organic, which detracts from their overall score. Moreover, the inclusion of sugar, which is an added sweetener, and natural flavor, a term often used for a variety of non-specific additives, further diminishes its standing. The presence of maltodextrin, a known harmful additive, and canola oil, considered a harmful oil, are significant factors in the low rating of this product.

The chips contain non-organic potatoes and a mix of safflower, sunflower, and canola oils. Whey powder and parmesan cheese contribute to the dairy content, while tapioca maltodextrin, salt, and garlic powder are among the added flavor enhancers. Additional ingredients include onion powder, spices, lactic acid, olive oil, and yeast extract. Acetic acid is also present. The product does not contain GMO ingredients, which is a positive aspect, but this is overshadowed by the other ingredients that raise health concerns.

The scoring system employed assesses the product’s health implications based on its ingredients. This product’s score reflects the presence of several ingredients that may be harmful or are not aligned with a cleaner diet. The scoring penalizes non-organic ingredients, added sugars, and harmful additives, all of which are found in ‘Kettle Parmesan Garlic’ chips.

Users looking for wholesome and clean food products are advised to steer clear of this particular option. The ingredients list and the lack of organic certification contribute to its low rating. While the product avoids GMOs, this alone does not mitigate the other concerns associated with the ingredients used. The product’s score reflects its standing as a poor choice for those prioritizing health and ingredient transparency in their snack foods.