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Bouncers Chocolate Ding Dongs
Ingredients:
Sugar, Water, Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate Or Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Palm Oil, Corn Syrup, Soybean Oil, Cocoa, Contains 2% Or Less: Glycerin, Modified Food Starch, Natural Flavor, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Baking Soda, Whey, Salt, Mono And Diglycerides, Egg, Preservatives (Sorbic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Natamycin), Enzymes, Egg White, Dextrose, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Agar, Polysorbate 60, Cellulose Gum, Soy Lecithin, Monocalcium Phosphate, Defatted Soy Flour.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Hostess Bouncers Chocolate Ding Dongs fall short of the cleaner food options we aim to highlight. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, factors that significantly lower its standing on our scale.
The ingredient list for Hostess Bouncers Chocolate Ding Dongs features a range of elements that raise concerns. It starts with sugar and includes non-organic enriched flour, which means it has been stripped of its natural nutrients and then artificially fortified. Palm and soybean oils, known for their environmental impact and potential health implications, are present. The product also contains a variety of added sugars such as corn syrup and dextrose, which contribute to its low score.
The presence of additives like natural flavor, diglycerides, polysorbate 60, soy lecithin, and xanthan gum further detract from the product’s overall cleanliness. These additives are often associated with processed foods and may have negative health effects. Additionally, preservatives such as potassium sorbate are used to extend shelf life, which is another red flag for those seeking natural food options.
Considering the ingredients and the non-organic, GMO nature of this snack, our assessment places it at the lowest end of our rating scale. The Hostess Bouncers Chocolate Ding Dongs do not align with the goal of providing cleaner, healthier food options. Consumers looking for wholesome alternatives will find this product does not meet the standards for a clean and healthy diet. Therefore, we advise against choosing this item when searching for nutritious snacks.
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