365 By Wholefoods
Flavor:
Cheddar & Sour Cream Chips-Prop
Ingredients:
Potatoes, Expeller Pressed Oil* (Sunflower Seed, Safflower Seed and/or Canola), Cheddar & Sour Cream Seasoning (Tapioca Maltodextrin, Whey Powder, Salt, Cheddar Cheese Powder [Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Microbial Enzymes], Nonfat Dry Milk, Buttermilk Powder, Sour Cream Powder [Pasteurized Cultured Cream], Onion Powder, Organic Dextrose**, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Yeast extract, Butter [Cream, Salt], Sunflower Oil, Lactic Acid, Extractives of Paprika [Color], Garlic Powder).
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the ‘365 by Wholefoods Cheddar & Sour Cream Chips-Prop’ is a product that prioritizes organic ingredients but falls short of our standards for cleaner food options. Despite being organic, the product’s use of non-organic and potentially genetically modified ingredients detracts from its overall health quality. The presence of citric acid and dextrose, both forms of added sugars, raises concerns regarding the product’s nutritional value.
Further scrutiny reveals the inclusion of maltodextrin, a known harmful additive, which significantly impacts the product’s standing on our scale. The addition of natural flavors, which are often ambiguous in their composition, alongside the use of potentially harmful oils like canola oil, compounds the product’s rating deficit. These elements are at odds with the mission to offer cleaner, more wholesome food choices.
The product’s ingredient list also contains a variety of dairy-based components, such as whey powder, cheddar cheese powder, nonfat dry milk, buttermilk powder, and sour cream powder. While these may contribute to the product’s intended flavor profile, they do not align with our criteria for a higher green leaf rating. Furthermore, the seasoning blend includes items like onion powder, garlic powder, and yeast extract, which are less contentious but do not contribute positively to the product’s score.
The ‘365 by Wholefoods Cheddar & Sour Cream Chips-Prop’ earns its low rating due to the presence of ingredients that detract from its healthfulness and environmental impact. Consumers seeking cleaner food options are advised to consider alternatives that align more closely with the principles of health and sustainability. The product’s score reflects its position at the lower end of the spectrum in the context of our rigorous standards for clean eating.
Certifications:
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