365 By Wholefoods
Flavor:
Organic Shelf-Stable Dips, Salsa Con Queso
Ingredients:
Water, Organic Cream (Organic Cream, Organic Nonfat Milk), Organic Cold Pressed Sunflower Seed Oil, Organic Cornstarch, Organic White Cheddar Cheese (Organic Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Cheese Culture, Microbial Enzymes), Organic Green Bell Peppers, Organic Red Bell Peppers, Organic Diced Tomatoes (Organic Tomato, Organic Tomato Juice, Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid), Sea Salt, Organic Tapioca Maltodextrin, Natural Flavor, Organic Parmesan Cheese, (Organic Cultured Pasteurized Part-skim Milk, Salt, Microbial Enzymes), Disodium Phosphate (Emulsifier), Xanthan Gum, Oleoresin of Capsicum, Annatto Extract (Color), Oleoresin of Paprika (Color), Sodium Phosphate (Emulsifier), Microbial Enzymes
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2/5 green leaves, the ‘365 By Wholefoods Organic Shelf-Stable Dips, Salsa Con Queso’ falls short of expectations for those seeking cleaner food options. This product does not fully commit to an organic label, although it does boast the use of non-GMO ingredients. Concerns arise with the inclusion of citric acid which, despite its common presence in various foods, leads to a deduction due to its classification as an added sugar. More unsettling are the potentially harmful additives such as natural flavor and xanthan gum, which contribute to a significant decrease in the product’s green leaf rating.
Further scrutiny reveals the presence of a known harmful additive, maltodextrin, which carries a high penalty due to its potential impact on health. While the use of organic cream, organic cheeses, and organic bell peppers demonstrate an effort towards a cleaner product, these positives are overshadowed by the aforementioned negatives. The presence of emulsifiers like disodium phosphate and sodium phosphate, although common in processed foods, also detracts from the product’s overall cleanliness.
The product’s reliance on ingredients that are not in line with the highest standards of clean eating is evident. It is clear that while there are some commendable qualities, such as the avoidance of GMOs and the inclusion of some organic ingredients, the ‘365 By Wholefoods Organic Shelf-Stable Dips, Salsa Con Queso’ has considerable room for improvement. The reduction of additives, a transition to fully organic ingredients, and the elimination of added sugars would be necessary steps to elevate its standing among healthier food options. The current score reflects the need for these changes before it can be considered a top choice for consumers dedicated to clean eating.
Certifications:
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