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Organic Warm Cinnamon Oat Cereal
Ingredients:
Whole Oat Flour*, Degerminated Yellow Cornmeal*, Invert Cane Syrup*, Oat Fiber*, Honey*, Cinnamon*, Salt, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil*, Iron (Ferric Phosphate), Natural Flavors*, Mixed Tocopherols (Vitamin E) For Freshness, Ginger*, Cardamom*.
*organic
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Kashi Organic Warm Cinnamon Oat Cereal presents itself as an organic option in the cereal market. Its organic status and non-GMO ingredients offer a positive start. However, the product’s healthfulness is called into question due to the inclusion of certain ingredients.
The cereal incorporates organic whole oat flour and degerminated yellow cornmeal as its base. The use of organic ingredients is commendable, aligning with preferences for food that avoids synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. The non-GMO stance of the product ensures it aligns with consumer demands for foods free from genetically modified organisms.
Despite these positive attributes, the cereal’s health score suffers from the addition of invert cane syrup. This sweetener is a source of added sugars, which can contribute to various health issues when consumed in excess. The presence of added sugars significantly affects the product’s clean food rating.
Another point of concern is the inclusion of natural flavors. The term ‘natural flavors’ is broad and can encompass a range of substances that may not align with the goal of consuming ‘cleaner’ foods. The ambiguity surrounding natural flavors and their potential effects on health detracts from the product’s overall score.
Moreover, the cereal contains expeller pressed canola oil. While expeller pressed oils are often considered a better choice compared to oils extracted using chemical solvents, canola oil itself has been a subject of debate. Some circles question its health benefits, especially when considering cleaner, less processed alternatives.
The Kashi Organic Warm Cinnamon Oat Cereal aims to offer a healthier breakfast option, but it falls short due to the presence of added sugars, ambiguous natural flavors, and the use of canola oil. While it boasts organic ingredients and a non-GMO commitment, these factors alone are not enough to secure a high cleanliness and healthfulness rating. Consumers looking for the cleanest food options will find that this product has room for improvement.
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