Cape Cod

This product receives a rating of 1 out of 5 green leaves, reflecting a position at the lower end of our health-conscious spectrum. The Cape Cod Sea Salt & Vinegar chips are non-organic and utilize GMO ingredients, both of which lead to deductions in their overall health score. They also contain added sugars, including sugar and citric acid, which contribute negatively to the product’s rating.

Further investigation into the ingredients reveals the presence of dextrose, a form of sugar that is considered more harmful and thus incurs a greater penalty. The inclusion of additives such as malic acid and maltodextrin, which are regarded as potentially harmful and known harmful additives respectively, also reduce the product’s score. The use of oils such as safflower oil, canola oil, and general vegetable oil, which we classify as harmful, further impacts the rating.

Our assessment criteria are stringent, focusing on the presence of organic ingredients, non-GMO verification, and the absence of added sugars and harmful additives. These factors are critical in our evaluation process to ensure that the products we recommend are aligned with a cleaner diet.

The chips in question do not meet our standards for a healthful option. With the presence of GMOs, added sugars, and several harmful additives and oils, they represent a product that is best avoided for those seeking cleaner food alternatives. Our green leaf rating system is designed to guide consumers towards healthier choices, and this product’s score of 1 out of 5 signifies that it falls short of the criteria for a clean and healthy food option.