Dr. Praeger’s
Flavor:
Perfect General Tso's Chick'n
Ingredients:
Textured Soy Protein (Water, Soy Protein), General Tso’s Sauce (Sugar, Water, Soy Sauce [Water, Soybeans, Salt, Alcohol], Rice Vinegar, Corn Starch, White Distilled Vinegar, Molasses, Sesame Seeds, Sesame Oil, Spices, Garlic Powder, Natural Flavor), Water, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil, Breading (Wheat Flour, Rice Flour, Corn Starch, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Salt, Spice, Leavening [Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Monocalcium Phosphate]), Contains Less Than 2% Of Natural Flavor, Methyl Cellulose, Potato Starch
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2/5 green leaves, the ‘Dr. Praeger’s Perfect General Tso’s Chick’n’ falls short in our clean food assessment. This product is not organic, which immediately detracts from its potential score. While it does boast non-GMO ingredients, the presence of added sugars, including molasses and sugar, further reduces its standing.
The product’s ingredient list reveals the inclusion of potentially harmful additives. ‘Natural flavor’ and ‘flavor’ are ambiguous terms that can mask a variety of unspecified substances. Similarly, corn starch is often processed and may not align with a clean eating philosophy. The oils used in this product, specifically sesame oil and expeller pressed canola oil, are also points of concern. While some may argue the health benefits of these oils, they are not universally accepted as clean or beneficial.
This product’s composition reflects a need for improvement. Consumers seeking cleaner, healthier food options will find that this item does not meet the stringent criteria for a highly rated product on our scale. The use of non-organic ingredients and the inclusion of added sugars and ambiguous additives suggest that the product is geared more towards convenience and flavor rather than health.
Moreover, the health-conscious consumer might be wary of the oils used, given the ongoing debate about their impacts on wellness. The product’s score reflects its position in a market that increasingly demands transparency and a commitment to health. Those in search of the cleanest food products will likely steer towards alternatives that boast organic ingredients, no added sugars, and a more straightforward list of recognizable and healthful components.
Certifications:
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Alternatives
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