Cheetos Crunchy Cheese

Cheetos

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Ingredients:

Enriched Corn Meal (Corn Meal, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, and/or Sunflower Oil), Cheese Seasoning (Whey, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Canola Oil, Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Natural and Artificial Flavors, Salt, Whey Protein Concentrate, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Artificial Color [Yellow #6]), and Salt.

Rating:     We Avoid

Ingredient Score:

This product receives a 1/5 green leaf rating. Cheetos Crunchy Cheese is not an organic food choice and contains genetically modified ingredients. The inclusion of citric acid indicates the presence of added sugars. The product also has several potentially harmful additives such as natural and artificial flavors, and the artificial color Yellow 6. Known harmful additives present include artificial flavor, maltodextrin, monosodium glutamate, and again, Yellow 6. The use of canola and unspecified vegetable oils raises concerns due to their harmful nature. Furthermore, the product is penalized for the presence of high fructose corn syrup, which is associated with artificial flavor.

Upon examining the ingredients list, it is evident that this snack falls short of the criteria for a cleaner food option. The absence of organic certification and the presence of GMOs warrant deductions in its rating. Citric acid, while commonly used as a preservative, contributes to the added sugars tally. More serious deductions stem from the artificial and natural flavorings, artificial colors, and other additives such as maltodextrin and monosodium glutamate, which are often scrutinized for their potential health impacts.

The oils used in the product, namely canola and other vegetable oils, are not deemed healthy, contributing to the low score. High fructose corn syrup, a sweetener linked to various health issues, is also implicated through its association with artificial flavors.

The product’s composition and its deviation from cleaner, healthier food options lead to a recommendation to avoid it. The 1/5 green leaf rating reflects a product that does not align with the values of consumers seeking wholesome, nutritious snacks. This assessment is based on a stringent review of the ingredients and the standards set for healthier food choices.

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