chick fil a
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Chick-fil-A® Deluxe Sandwich w/ American
Ingredients:
Chicken (Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast With Rib Meat, Enriched Bleached Flour [with Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Fully Refined Peanut Oil [with Dimethylpolysiloxane {an Anti-foam Agent} Added], Sugar, Salt, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), Pasteurized Nonfat Dry Milk, Leavening [sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate], Spices, Water, Soybean Oil, Paprika, Pasteurized Egg), Bun (Bleached And Unbleached Enriched Flour [wheat Flour [malted Barley Flour, Reduced Iron, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate {vitamin B1}, Riboflavin {vitamin B2}, Folic Acid], Water, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Vital Wheat Gluten, Salt, Cultured Wheat Flour, Vinegar, Calcium Propionate [preservative], Organic Acids, Monoglycerides, Sesame Flour, Datem, Soy Lecithin, Enzymes, Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Ascorbic Acid [dough Conditioner], Wheat Starch, Citric Acid, Potassium Iodate, Buttered Flavored Oil [soybean Oil, Palm Kernel Oil, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavor, Beta Carotene]), Tomato, Green Leaf Lettuce, Cheese (Cheddar Cheese [milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes], Milkfat, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbic Acid As Preservative, Oleoresin Paprika [color], Annatto [color], With Sunflower Lecithin Added For Slice Separation), Pickles (Cucumbers, Water, Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate [preservative], Turmeric Extract [color], Natural Flavor, Dill Pickle Spice, Beta Carotene [color], Garlic Emulsion)
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
This Chick-fil-A® Deluxe Sandwich with American cheese earns a rating of 1/5 green leaves on our scale, signaling consumers to consider healthier alternatives. The product is not organic and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, leading to initial deductions in its score. Furthermore, the addition of sugars and citric acid contributes to the product’s low rating.
The sandwich contains several additives that raise concerns, including natural flavors, monoglycerides, soy lecithin, potassium sorbate, sodium citrate, and DATEM, which are recognized as potentially harmful. Monosodium glutamate (MSG), a known harmful additive, is also present, further reducing the product’s score. The use of various oils, such as peanut, soybean, and palm kernel oils, is another factor contributing to the unfavorable assessment, due to the potential health risks associated with their consumption.
The ingredient list reveals the use of enriched flour, which, while common in fast-food products, is often stripped of essential nutrients during processing. The presence of artificial preservatives and colors in the pickles, along with emulsifiers and dough conditioners in the bun, indicate a departure from a cleaner food profile. Additionally, the sandwich includes nonfat dry milk and pasteurized egg, which are allergens for some individuals and factors to consider for those with dietary restrictions.
The comprehensive evaluation of the Chick-fil-A® Deluxe Sandwich with American cheese reflects a concern for the inclusion of non-organic, GMO, and additive-laden ingredients. The product’s low rating is a direct result of its composition, which aligns with a larger market trend of processed and less health-conscious food options. The sandwich does not meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food choice, and as such, the recommendation is to seek out alternatives that better align with the principles of health and nutrition.
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