Jimmy Dean
Flavor:
Sausage and Three Cheese Egg Bites
Ingredients:
Whole Eggs, Dairy Protein Base (Cultured Skim Milk, Water, Natural Flavor), Cooked Pork Sausage Crumble [pork, Seasoning (Salt, Spices, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)), Water, Contains 2% Or Less: Potassium Lactate, Caramel Color, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Diacetate], Nonfat Milk, Cheddar Cheese [pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto (Vegetable Color)], Low Moisture Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese (Cultured Pasteurized Part Skim Milk, Salt, Enzymes), Gouda Cheese With Smoke Flavor [pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto (Vegetable Color), Natural Smoke Flavor], Cream Cheese, [(Milk, Culture, Salt, Carob Bean Gum, Enzyme) And Non-fat Milk], Soybean Oil, Modified Corn Starch, Salt, Citric Acid, Carrageenan.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 1/5 green leaves rating, the Jimmy Dean Sausage and Three Cheese Egg Bites fall short of the cleaner food options promoted on this website. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which detracts from its overall score. The inclusion of added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, further impacts its rating negatively.
The list of ingredients raises concerns due to the presence of potentially harmful and known harmful additives. Natural flavors and caramel color, which are vague in composition, contribute to the low score. Specifically, caramel color is a controversial ingredient that has been scrutinized for its potential health risks. Carrageenan, often used as a thickener or emulsifier in processed foods, has been linked to digestive issues and inflammation. Monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavor enhancer, is another contentious addition that has been associated with adverse reactions in sensitive individuals.
Soybean oil, the product’s primary fat source, is often processed and may contribute to inflammation due to its high omega-6 fatty acid content. The presence of this oil is another factor leading to the product’s poor rating.
This product’s combination of non-organic status, GMO ingredients, added sugars, harmful additives, and the use of soybean oil positions it at the bottom of the scale for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. The evaluation criteria prioritize ingredients that contribute to overall health and wellness, and the Jimmy Dean Sausage and Three Cheese Egg Bites do not align with these standards. Consumers are advised to consider alternative products that better meet the criteria for clean eating and avoid those with low green leaf ratings such as this.
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