Alexia Foods
Flavor:
Seasoned Waffle Cut Fries
Ingredients:
Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Contains One or More of the Following: High Oleic Canola, Canola, Sunflower), Rice Flour, Corn Starch, Tapioca Dextrin, Tapioca Starch/Flour, Sea Salt, Onion Powder, Black Pepper, Chili Pepper Powder, Garlic Powder, Salad Mustard (Vinegar, Mustard, Seed, Salt, Mustard Turmeric, Paprika), Leavening (Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid), Inactive Yeast, Xanthan Gum.
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Alexia Foods Seasoned Waffle Cut Fries garners a meager 2/5 green leaf rating, indicating a low score in our clean food assessment. This product is not organic and contains several ingredients that raise health concerns.
The product’s ingredient list reveals that it is not organic, a significant detraction from its clean food potential. Despite the positive aspect of the fries being made from non-GMO potatoes, this is overshadowed by the presence of added sugars and harmful additives. Citric Acid, a form of added sugars, is one such ingredient, taking away from the product’s health value.
The presence of potentially harmful additives further diminishes the product’s rating. Xanthan Gum, a common food additive, is included in the ingredient list. While it is not inherently harmful, excessive consumption can lead to digestive issues. Additionally, Corn Starch, another additive, is present. Although it is often used as a thickening agent, it has a high glycemic index, which can spike blood sugar levels and is not beneficial for those monitoring their glucose intake.
Lastly, the use of harmful oils is a significant concern. The product contains Canola and Vegetable Oil, both of which are not ideal for a healthy diet. Canola Oil, although low in saturated fat, is often heavily processed and can contain trans fats. Vegetable Oil, despite its innocuous name, can contain a mix of oils such as palm, corn, and soybean, some of which are linked to inflammation and heart disease.
The Alexia Foods Seasoned Waffle Cut Fries, with its non-organic ingredients, added sugars, harmful additives, and unhealthy oils, falls short of our clean food standards. While the use of non-GMO potatoes is a positive aspect, the overall composition of the product is far from ideal. This product is a clear reminder that there is much room for improvement in the food industry to prioritize health and clean ingredients.
Certifications:
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