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Cheez It
Flavor:
Whole Grain
Ingredients:
Enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, vitamin B1 [thiamin mononitrate], vitamin B2 [Riboflavin], folic acid), whole wheat flour, vegetable oil (soybean and palm oil with TBHQ for freshness), cheese made with skim milk (skim milk, whey protein, salt, cheese cultures, enzymes, annatto extract color). Contains 2% or less of salt, paprika, yeast, paprika extract color, soy lecithin.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Cheez It Whole Grain product ranks low on our scale of cleaner food options. This score reflects concerns regarding the product’s composition and the use of certain ingredients that are not aligned with our standards for healthfulness.
The product is not organic, which immediately affects its rating. Non-organic products often contain pesticides and are not in line with our criteria for cleaner eating. Additionally, the product does not use non-GMO ingredients. Genetically modified organisms are a contentious issue, and many consumers seeking healthier options prefer to avoid them.
The ingredient list includes potentially harmful additives such as enriched flour and soy lecithin. Enriched flour is often stripped of its natural nutrients and then artificially fortified. Soy lecithin, while common in processed foods, is sometimes questioned for its potential health impacts. More concerning is the presence of TBHQ, a preservative known for its potentially harmful effects. This additive alone prompts a significant deduction from the product’s score.
Moreover, the product contains vegetable and palm oils, which are considered harmful oils due to their processing methods and potential impact on health. The inclusion of palm oil also raises environmental concerns due to the deforestation and habitat destruction associated with its production.
Given these factors, the Cheez It Whole Grain product does not align with our criteria for cleaner, healthier food options. Our evaluation process is rigorous, and the final score reflects the product’s failure to meet the standards that health-conscious consumers are looking for. We recommend avoiding this product in favor of alternatives that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and do not include harmful additives or oils.
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