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Ben’s Original
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Ready Rice™ Whole Grain Medley Brown And Wild Rice
Ingredients:
Water, Whole Grain Parboiled Brown Rice, Red Rice; Less than 2% of: Wild Rice, Canola Oil†, Yeast Extract, Salt, Onion*, Sugar, Torula Yeast, Garlic*, Natural Flavors, Spices, Parsley*, Maltodextrin, Spinach*, Sunflower Oil†, Citric Acid, Mushroom*, Celery*. *Dried. † Adds a Trivial Amount of Saturated Fat. Contains Bioengineered Food Ingredients.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Ben’s Original Ready Rice™ Whole Grain Medley Brown And Wild Rice is a product that may require scrutiny for those seeking cleaner food options. This pre-packaged rice blend is not organic and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, factors that contributed to its low rating on our scale.
The ingredient list reveals the inclusion of added sugars, specifically sugar and citric acid. Citric acid, while naturally occurring in citrus fruits, is often used as a preservative or to add a sour taste to foods and drinks. However, in this context, it is classified as an added sugar, which is a concern for those monitoring their sugar intake.
Furthermore, the product contains several additives that raise flags. ‘Natural flavors’ is a term that often masks a variety of undisclosed chemical components. The presence of maltodextrin, a highly processed thickener and filler, is also troubling. This ingredient is derived from starch and can spike blood sugar levels, making it undesirable for those managing diabetes or looking to maintain stable blood sugar.
Canola oil, listed among the ingredients, is another point of contention. Although it adds a trivial amount of saturated fat, canola oil is often heavily processed and may come from genetically modified crops.
Consumers seeking cleaner, more natural food products might view the non-organic status and the presence of GMOs as significant drawbacks. Additionally, the additives and sugars included in the ingredients list move this product further away from the clean food category.
Those focused on health and clean eating may find that the Ben’s Original Ready Rice™ Whole Grain Medley Brown And Wild Rice does not align with their dietary preferences. This rice medley’s score reflects concerns regarding its composition and adherence to principles of clean eating. The low green leaf rating suggests that consumers might be better served looking for alternatives that prioritize organic, non-GMO, and additive-free ingredients.
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