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Metropolitan Select Northern Italian Dressing
Ingredients:
Soybean Oil, Distilled Vinegar, Water, Romano Cheese (Pasteurized Part-skim Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Salt, Contains Less Than 2% Of Garlic,* Red Bell Pepper,* Onion,* Basil, Xanthan Gum, Spice, Maltodextrin, Sugar, Annatto Extract And Oleoresin Paprika (Color), Natural Flavor, Caramel Color, Canola Oil, Corn Starch, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Calcium Disodium Edta (To Protect Flavor). *Dried. Contains Milk.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Ken’s Metropolitan Select Northern Italian Dressing receives a 1/5 green leaf rating, indicating a product that does not align with the goals of providing cleaner food options. This dressing is not organic, uses genetically modified ingredients, and includes added sugars and potentially harmful additives, which contribute to its low score.
The product lacks organic certification, implying the use of conventional agricultural practices that often rely on synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. The presence of genetically modified ingredients raises concerns for those seeking non-GMO foods. Sugar, listed among the ingredients, adds unnecessary calories and contributes to the overconsumption of added sugars.
Moreover, the dressing contains several additives that may be harmful to health. Natural flavors and caramel color are ambiguous terms that can hide a range of chemical constituents. Xanthan gum, while generally recognized as safe, can cause digestive issues for some individuals. Calcium disodium EDTA, used to preserve flavor, is a synthetic preservative with potential health risks. Maltodextrin, a processed thickener and filler, can spike blood sugar levels and may negatively affect gut bacteria.
The inclusion of harmful oils is another factor contributing to the low rating. Soybean oil and canola oil are highly processed and often derived from genetically modified crops. They are high in omega-6 fatty acids, which, when consumed in excess, may lead to inflammation and other health problems.
The overall assessment of Ken’s Metropolitan Select Northern Italian Dressing is that it falls short of the criteria for a clean and healthy food option. The combination of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and potentially harmful additives and oils make it a product to avoid for those seeking healthier alternatives. The 1/5 green leaf rating reflects the product’s position at the lower end of the health spectrum within the food market.
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