Wendy’s
Flavor:
Kids' Hamburger
Ingredients:
Sandwich Bun: Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup and/or Sugar, Wheat Gluten, Soybean Oil, Yeast, Salt, Yellow Corn Flour, Colors (Annatto and Turmeric), Contains less than 2% of each of the following: Calcium Propionate (Added as a Preservative), Cultured Wheat Flour, Dextrin, Dough Conditioners (Contains One or More of the Following: Ascorbic Acid [Vitamin C], Calcium Iodate, Calcium Peroxide, Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate, Calcium Sulfate, Datem, Distilled Monoglycerides, Enzymes, Ethoxylated Monoglycerides and Diglycerides, Monoglycerides and/or Diglycerides, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate [SSL]), Maltodextrin, Natural Flavor, Wheat Flour, Whole Grain Corn Flour, Yeast Foods (Contains One or More of the Following: Ammonium Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Sesame Flour. CONTAINS WHEAT, SESAME.
Jr. Hamburger Patty: Ground Beef, Salt. HAMBURGER PATTIES ARE COOKED ON THE SAME GRILL AS AND MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH INGREDIENTS THAT CONTAIN MILK AND SOY.
Ketchup: Tomato Concentrate from Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Salt, Natural Flavoring, Spices, Onion Powder. CONTAINS EGG.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Wendy’s Kids’ Hamburger falls short of our clean food standards. This hamburger is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which led to a reduction in its overall rating. The sandwich bun is made with enriched flour and includes high fructose corn syrup and sugar, contributing to the added sugars content. Additionally, the bun contains soybean oil, which we classify as a harmful oil.
Moreover, the bun’s ingredient list reveals a range of potentially harmful additives such as natural flavor, flavor, diglycerides, monoglycerides, and DATEM. Maltodextrin, also present in the bun, is categorized as a known harmful additive. The ketchup accompanying the hamburger contains high fructose corn syrup, further decreasing the product’s score due to the negative health implications associated with this ingredient.
The Jr. Hamburger Patty is simpler, consisting of ground beef and salt. However, it is important to note that the patty is cooked on a grill that may come into contact with milk and soy, posing a risk for those with allergies to these ingredients. The ketchup, while made from tomato concentrate, includes additional corn syrup, natural flavoring, and spices, but it is labeled as containing egg, which may be a concern for those with egg allergies or dietary restrictions.
The Wendy’s Kids’ Hamburger does not meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food option. Despite its position as a convenient choice for a quick meal, the presence of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, harmful oils, and known harmful additives make this product one to avoid for those seeking healthier alternatives. This analysis aims to provide clarity and assist consumers in making informed decisions about the food they choose for themselves and their families.
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