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Flavor:
DingDongs
Ingredients:
Sugar, Water, Enriched Flour (Bleached Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate Or Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Palm Oil, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Corn Syrup, Soybean Oil, Contains 2% Or Less: Glycerin, Modified Cornstarch, Baking Soda, Corn Starch, Whey, Mono And Diglycerides, Salt, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Egg, Preservatives (Sorbic Acid, Natamycin, Potassium Sorbate), Egg White, Dextrose, Soy Lecithin, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Enzymes, Defatted Soy Flour, Polysorbate 60, Monocalcium Phosphate.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, Hostess DingDongs are positioned at the bottom of the scale on our website, which emphasizes cleaner food options. This score reflects a product that does not align with the criteria of health-conscious consumers.
Hostess DingDongs are not organic, and they include genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which immediately detracts from their standing as a cleaner food choice. The presence of added sugars, such as sugar and high fructose corn syrup, further diminishes the product’s score. Dextrose and corn syrup are also present, representing additional forms of harmful added sugars.
The list of ingredients reveals several potentially harmful additives, including natural and artificial flavors, mono and diglycerides, and polysorbate 60. These components are often scrutinized for their long-term effects on health. Enriched flour, which is processed more heavily than whole grain alternatives, contributes to the product’s low rating. Preservatives like potassium sorbate are included in the recipe, which are flagged due to potential health concerns.
Hostess DingDongs also contain soy lecithin, xanthan gum, and glycerin, which are viewed as undesirable by those seeking cleaner food options. Additionally, the presence of artificial flavors warrants the highest deduction due to their association with negative health impacts.
The product utilizes oils that are considered harmful, including soybean oil and palm oils. These oils are often processed heavily and can contain trans fats, which are linked to various health issues.
Given these factors, Hostess DingDongs earn the minimum score on our green leaf rating scale. The ingredients and production methods used in this snack do not meet the standards for a cleaner, healthier food option. Consumers seeking alternatives that prioritize health and wellness may find this product to be unsuitable for their dietary preferences.
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