365 By Wholefoods
Flavor:
Potato Chips, Cheddar & Sour Cream - Rippled
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 [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)., *Non-GMO **Adds A Trivial Amount of Added Sugars Per Serving
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the ‘365 by Wholefoods Potato Chips, Cheddar & Sour Cream – Rippled’ earns the lowest score on our scale for cleaner food options. This rating reflects the product’s use of ingredients that raise concerns about health and sustainability.
The chips are not organic, which often means the potential presence of pesticides that can be harmful to both consumers and the environment. The product also fails to use exclusively non-GMO ingredients, which some consumers prefer to avoid due to concerns about the long-term impacts of genetically modified organisms on health and ecosystems.
Added sugars, including citric acid and dextrose, contribute to the product’s low score. High consumption of added sugars is linked to various health issues, such as obesity and heart disease. Dextrose, in particular, is singled out for its more harmful attributes compared to other sugars.
Furthermore, the inclusion of potentially harmful additives like natural flavors and flavors is a red flag. These terms can mask a range of undisclosed compounds, some of which may have negative health effects. Maltodextrin, a known harmful additive, is used in this product as well. It is often criticized for its high glycemic index and potential to cause spikes in blood sugar levels.
The presence of canola oil, which the product uses, is another point of concern. Although the oil is expeller pressed, a process considered more natural than chemical extraction, canola oil is often heavily processed and may contain trans fats, which are linked to heart disease.
For consumers seeking cleaner, healthier food options, the ‘365 by Wholefoods Potato Chips, Cheddar & Sour Cream – Rippled’ does not meet the criteria established by our rating system. Its composition includes several ingredients that have been penalized for their potential health risks and lack of alignment with cleaner eating principles. The product’s score reflects these concerns, and we advise consumers to consider alternative options that better adhere to the standards of wholesome, nutritious food.
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