Sweet Earth Foods
Flavor:
Veggie Lo Mein
Ingredients:
Lo Mein Noodles (Water, Semolina Wheat Flour), Traditional Seitan (Water, Vital Wheat Gluten, Soy Sauce 1 (Water, Soybeans 1, Wheat, Salt, Alcohol)), Broccoli, Water, Green Beans, Mushrooms, Sesame Oil, Carrots, Red Bell Peppers, Soy Sauce 1 (Water, Soybeans 1, Wheat, Salt, Alcohol), Cane Sugar, 2% Or Less Of Rice Vinegar, Garlic Puree, Corn Starch 1, Ginger Puree (Ginger, Water, Citric Acid), Mushroom Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavor, Tamarind Paste, Red Pepper Flakes. 1 – Non-gmo
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Sweet Earth Foods Veggie Lo Mein falls short of the cleaner food options we advocate for on our website. This dish, a blend of lo mein noodles, vegetables, and seitan, fails to meet the criteria for a healthy and environmentally conscious choice due to its ingredient composition.
The product is not organic, which is a foundational expectation for items featured on our site. This absence of organic certification means that the ingredients may have been cultivated using conventional farming methods that often rely on synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, which can be detrimental to both health and the environment.
Moreover, the presence of GMOs further detracts from the product’s score. While some ingredients are specified as non-GMO, the overall lack of a non-GMO certification for the entire product raises concerns about the potential inclusion of genetically modified organisms that some consumers prefer to avoid.
Added sugars, which are present in the form of cane sugar and citric acid, contribute unnecessary calories and may pose a risk to health, particularly when consumed in excess. The inclusion of cane sugar, a more concentrated form of added sugar, further exacerbates this issue.
The product also contains ingredients such as natural flavor and corn starch, which we categorize as potentially harmful additives. These components are often used to enhance taste and texture but can be sourced from various, sometimes questionable, origins and may have unknown health implications.
Lastly, the use of sesame oil as a cooking fat is flagged in our scoring system. While it is a common ingredient in many cuisines, our criteria prioritize the use of oils that are organic and minimally processed.
Considering these factors, the Sweet Earth Foods Veggie Lo Mein does not align with the mission of our website to promote cleaner, healthier food options. We advise consumers to opt for products with higher green leaf ratings that adhere to organic practices, avoid GMOs and added sugars, and do not contain potentially harmful additives or oils.
Certifications:
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