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Dunkin Donuts
Flavor:
Glazed Donut
Ingredients:
Donut: Enriched Wheat Flour (Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Palm Oil, Yeast Donut Concentrate [Soy Flour, Salt, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda), Wheat Starch, Whey (a milk derivative), Nonfat Dry Milk, Gum Blend (Cellulose Gum, Guar Gum, Acacia Gum, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum), Sodium Caseinate (a milk derivative), Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Contains 2% or less of: Soybean Oil, Soy Lecithin, Whole Egg, Natural Flavor, Turmeric Extract (Color)], Enzymes, Annatto Extract (Color), Yeast, Dextrose, Mono and Diglycerides, Ascorbic Acid; Glaze: Sugar, Water, Maltodextrin, Contains 2% or less of: Corn Starch, Mono and Diglycerides, Citric Acid, Agar, Cellulose Gum, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Artificial Flavor.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Dunkin Donuts Glazed Donut is not recommended for those seeking cleaner food options. This product is not organic and contains GMO ingredients, which already puts it at a disadvantage for health-conscious consumers. The inclusion of added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, contributes to its low rating, while the presence of dextrose—a form of sugar that is more harmful—further diminishes its score.
The donut also contains a range of additives that raise concerns about its healthfulness. These include natural and artificial flavors, diglycerides, enriched wheat flour, soy lecithin, xanthan gum, and potassium sorbate, with artificial flavor and carrageenan being particularly notable for their potential negative health impacts. Maltodextrin, another ingredient with known drawbacks, is also present.
In addition to these ingredients, the product contains oils that are considered harmful, specifically soybean oil and palm oil. The environmental impact of palm oil production is a significant concern, alongside its health implications. While high fructose corn syrup is not explicitly listed, its association with the term ‘artificial flavor’ in the scoring system indicates its detrimental health effects are taken into account.
The comprehensive ingredient review of the Dunkin Donuts Glazed Donut reveals multiple reasons for its low green leaf rating. The product’s composition includes non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and a host of additives and oils that are best avoided in a clean diet. Consumers who prioritize healthy eating and environmental sustainability are advised to steer clear of this product, as it does not meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food option.
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