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Boar’s Head
Flavor:
Pepperhouse
Ingredients:
Steamed Chickpeas, Water, Sunflower Oil, Tahini (Crushed Sesame Seeds), Smoked House Seasoning (Dehydrated Onion and Garlic, Sugar, Natural Smoked Black Pepper, Salt, Smoke Flavor [Maltodextrin, Natural Hickory Smoke Flavor]), Sea Salt, Citric Acid, Garlic, Cumin, Guar Gum.
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: 2/5 Green Leaves
The Boar’s Head Pepperhouse garners a modest 2 out of 5 green leaves rating on our scale for cleaner food options. This product is a chickpea-based spread that falls short of our standards for health and cleanliness due to its ingredient choices.
The product is not organic, which is an important factor for many consumers seeking cleaner food options. The presence of added sugars, specifically listed as sugar and citric acid, detracts from the healthfulness of the Pepperhouse spread. Furthermore, the inclusion of “smoke flavor” raises concerns due to the vague nature of flavor additives, which can often be a source of unwanted chemicals in food products.
A significant concern is the use of maltodextrin, which is flagged as a known harmful additive. Maltodextrin is a widely used filler and preservative that can spike blood sugar levels and may have other negative health implications. Its presence in the Pepperhouse spread is a major contributor to the low score awarded by our evaluation system.
The product does have redeeming qualities, such as the use of non-GMO ingredients and the base of steamed chickpeas, which are a good source of protein and fiber. However, these positive aspects are overshadowed by the aforementioned issues with the ingredient list.
The Boar’s Head Pepperhouse has potential, but as it stands, it does not meet the criteria for a high green leaf rating. Customers looking for the cleanest food options might consider alternative products that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid added sugars, and exclude harmful additives. The Pepperhouse spread, with its current composition, does not align with the goal of offering the cleanest possible choices in the market.
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