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Stir-Ups®
Ingredients:
Partially Skimmed Milk (Milk And Skim Milk), Sugar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Sweet Whey, Artificial Vanilla Flavour, Guar Gum, Mono And Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan, Potassium Phosphate Or Di-sodium Or Di-potassium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Carbonate, And Artificial Colour (Caramel And/or Annatto). Sugar, Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate [vitamin B1], Riboflavin [vitamin B2], Folic Acid), Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), High Fructose Corn Syrup, Cornstarch, Baking Soda, Salt, Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier), Vanillin – An Artificial Flavour, Chocolate
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Burger King Stir-Ups® earns the lowest possible score on our scale for cleaner food options, signaling a product that consumers are advised to avoid. This rating reflects a combination of non-organic ingredients, the presence of GMOs, multiple types of added sugars including high fructose corn syrup, and a variety of potentially and known harmful additives.
The product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients, which already positions it unfavorably against cleaner, more health-conscious alternatives. Added sugars come in various forms here, with both sugar and high fructose corn syrup prominently featured, which are ingredients associated with negative health impacts when consumed in excess. The inclusion of corn syrup compounds the issue, as it is another form of detrimental added sugar.
Furthermore, the Burger King Stir-Ups® contain a range of additives that raise concerns. Artificial vanilla flavor and vanillin are synthetic versions of natural vanilla, and while they mimic the taste, they offer no nutritional value and are considered inferior to their natural counterpart. Mono and diglycerides, as well as soy lecithin, are emulsifiers that contribute to texture but are synthetically derived and may not align with cleaner eating principles. Enriched flour, while fortified with vitamins, is a processed form of wheat flour that lacks the nutritional complexity of whole grain options.
Carrageenan stands out as a known harmful additive. It is a thickening agent that has been linked to digestive issues and inflammation. Similarly, artificial colors, such as caramel and annatto, are used to enhance appearance but offer no health benefits and are often avoided by those seeking natural food products. Partially hydrogenated soybean oil is another ingredient to note, as it is a source of trans fats, which are associated with an increased risk of heart disease.
The Burger King Stir-Ups® is a product that does not meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food option. Its extensive use of additives, sugars, and non-organic ingredients make it a choice that those looking for wholesome alternatives should steer clear of.
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