Earth’s Best
Flavor:
Organic Frozen Mini Pancakes Homestyle
Ingredients:
Water, Organic Whole Wheat Flour, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Soybean Oil, Organic Oat Fiber, Baking Powder (Sodium Acid Pyrphosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Corn Starch, Monocalcium Phosphate), Organic Whole Egg, Organic Nonfat Milk Powder, Organic Soy Lecithin, Sea Salt, Natural Vanilla Flavors, Microbial Enzymes.
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, Earth’s Best Organic Frozen Mini Pancakes Homestyle falls short of the clean eating standards set forth on our website. This product, while boasting an organic label, harbors ingredients that have led to its low rating due to concerns over health and cleanliness.
The product has the advantage of being organic, which typically ensures a lack of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers in the growing process of its ingredients. However, the presence of non-organic elements and potential GMOs raises red flags, leading to a deduction in its overall score. Added sugars, such as organic cane sugar, are present in the pancakes, which are a negative attribute for those seeking to reduce sugar intake. The inclusion of cane sugar, beyond the general category of added sugars, further impacts the product’s standing, as it is considered a more harmful type of added sugar.
Additionally, the pancakes contain several ingredients that contribute to the lower score. Natural vanilla flavors and soy lecithin are among the additives that raise health concerns. Although ‘natural flavors’ can seem benign, the lack of transparency around their composition and sourcing often places them under scrutiny. Soy lecithin, commonly used as an emulsifier, is derived from soy, which is a major GMO crop, and thus adds to the GMO concerns. Furthermore, corn starch, another ingredient, is often sourced from GMO crops, which does not align with the non-GMO preference.
Soybean oil, categorized as a potentially harmful oil, is another critical factor in the rating. Soybean oil is often heavily processed and may undergo hydrogenation, which can create trans fats known to be detrimental to heart health.
Earth’s Best Organic Frozen Mini Pancakes Homestyle, therefore, receives a score reflective of its content of added sugars, potentially harmful additives, and oils. While it does provide an organic option, there is significant room for improvement to align with the highest standards of clean and healthy food products.
Certifications:
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