Kettle

The Kettle Air Fried Sea Salt and Vinegar chips earn a disappointing 2 out of 5 green leaves on our clean food scale. This snack is not organic and contains harmful additives and oils that degrade its quality.

The product is composed of potatoes, Canola oil, Sunflower oil, Safflower oil, Vinegar powder comprising Maltodextrin and White Distilled Vinegar, Sea Salt, and Citric Acid. Though it doesn’t contain GMO ingredients, the presence of non-organic materials tarnishes its score.

The Canola and other Vegetable Oils used are harmful. These oils are processed and often contain high levels of Omega-6 fatty acids, which can lead to inflammation and other health problems when consumed in excess. The use of these oils shows a lack of commitment to providing a clean and healthy product.

Citric Acid is an added sugar in this product. While it’s commonly used in the food industry as a preservative and flavor enhancer, it’s still a form of added sugar. Regular consumption of added sugars can lead to health issues like obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.

The most concerning ingredient is Maltodextrin, a harmful additive. Maltodextrin is a white powder made from corn, rice, potato starch, or wheat. Even though it’s usually safe for most people when taken by mouth, it can cause a spike in your blood sugar because it has a high glycemic index. This is not a substance that belongs in a clean food product.

The Kettle Air Fried Sea Salt and Vinegar chips fall short of being a clean food option. The inclusion of harmful oils, added sugars, and harmful additives make this product a far cry from a healthy snack. The manufacturer must make substantial improvements to elevate this product from its current 2 green leaves position. The health of consumers deserves more than what this product currently offers.