Keebler

The Keebler Strawberry Sugar Wafers receive a rating of 1 out of 5 green leaves on our scale, signaling a product that falls short of meeting the cleaner food options criteria established for our website. This product is not organic, contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, and has added sugars, which contribute to its low rating.

The wafers are made with enriched flour, which includes several vitamins and minerals like niacin and iron. However, the presence of palm oil raises concerns due to its association with environmental and health issues. The product also includes soy lecithin, an emulsifier that some may wish to avoid.

A significant deduction in the product’s score comes from the inclusion of artificial flavors, which are artificial chemicals designed to mimic natural flavors. Moreover, the product contains Red 3 and Red 40, both of which are synthetic dyes. Red 40 Lake and Red 3 are particularly troubling because they are linked to potential health risks and are unnecessary for the product’s nutritional value.

The product also fails to use non-GMO ingredients, which is a priority for many consumers seeking cleaner food options. This lack of non-GMO transparency impacts its score negatively.

Overall, the Keebler Strawberry Sugar Wafers are not recommended based on our evaluation criteria. The product contains multiple ingredients that are considered harmful or unnecessary, and it does not align with the cleaner, healthier food options that our website aims to promote. Consumers looking for healthier alternatives should consider products with higher green leaf ratings that avoid such additives and prioritize organic, non-GMO ingredients.