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Crunchy Flamin’ Hot® Limon
Ingredients:
Enriched Corn Meal (Corn Meal, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, and/or Sunflower Oil), Flamin’ Hot Limón Seasoning (Salt, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), Yeast extract, Citric Acid, Artificial Color [Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Yellow #6, Yellow #5], Corn syrup Solids, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Sunflower Oil, Onion Powder, Whey, Lime Juice, Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Whey Protein Concentrate, Garlic Powder, Natural Flavor, Buttermilk, Sodium Diacetate, Disodium inosinate, and Disodium guanylate).
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Cheetos Crunchy Flamin’ Hot® Limon earns a rating of 1/5 green leaves on our scale, indicating it ranks among the least recommended options for those seeking cleaner food products. This score reflects the presence of various non-organic and potentially harmful ingredients that fail to meet the standards for a healthier snack alternative.
The product is not organic, which detracts from its overall score, as our criteria prioritize organic ingredients. Furthermore, the use of genetically modified (GMO) ingredients further reduces its standing, as the product does not utilize non-GMO alternatives. Added sugars, which include both sugar and citric acid, are present in the seasoning mix, contributing negatively to the product’s health profile. The inclusion of corn syrup, a more harmful form of added sugar, exacerbates this issue.
A significant concern arises from the assortment of potentially harmful additives such as natural flavors and artificial colors like Yellow 6 and Red 40. These substances are often scrutinized for their health implications. Known harmful additives are also abundant, including maltodextrin and monosodium glutamate, both of which are associated with adverse health effects. The presence of additional artificial colors, specifically Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Red 40, further compromises the product’s integrity.
The oils used in the product, specifically canola and generic vegetable oils, are considered harmful due to their processing methods and potential health impacts. This aspect is critical for consumers aiming to avoid unhealthy fats in their diets.
The Cheetos Crunchy Flamin’ Hot® Limon’s low score reflects its composition, which heavily features ingredients that do not align with a clean eating philosophy. The product fails to provide a healthier snacking option in a market that increasingly demands transparency and quality. Therefore, for those prioritizing cleaner, more wholesome food choices, this product does not meet the criteria and is best left on the shelf.
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