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Cinnamon Toast Crunch
Flavor:
French Toast Crunch
Ingredients:
Whole Grain Corn, Sugar, Corn Meal, Corn Syrup, Canola and/or Sunflower Oil, Salt, Refiner’s Syrup, Cinnamon, Color (caramel color, annatto extract, turmeric extract), Natural Flavor. Vitamins and Minerals: Calcium Carbonate, Iron and Zinc (mineral nutrients), Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate), A B Vitamin (niacinamide), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B1 (thiamin mononitrate), Vitamin A (palmitate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B12, A B Vitamin (folic acid), Vitamin D3.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
This product receives a 1/5 green leaf rating, indicating it falls short of the cleaner food options we advocate for. The Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast Crunch cereal is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, leading to initial deductions in its rating. The presence of added sugars, such as sugar and corn syrup, further detracts from its score, as these ingredients are linked to various health concerns.
Delving deeper into the ingredient list, the cereal includes additional sweeteners and oils that raise red flags. Canola and palm oils are used, which the evaluation deems harmful. The product’s use of natural flavors and color additives, specifically caramel color, contribute to its low score. These components are often scrutinized for their potential health impacts.
Moreover, the cereal contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, which, while beneficial, do not offset the negative aspects of the other ingredients. The fortification with nutrients such as calcium carbonate, iron, and an array of B vitamins does not compensate for the product’s overall composition.
The cereal’s rating reflects a strong recommendation to avoid it in favor of options that prioritize organic ingredients, lack GMOs, and do not include added sugars or potentially harmful additives. The evaluation criteria place significant emphasis on the purity and healthfulness of food products, and this cereal does not align with those standards. Consumers seeking cleaner food choices are advised to consider alternative products that earn higher green leaf ratings and better support a healthy diet.
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