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Flavor:
Mac & Cheese
Ingredients:
Cooked Enriched Macaroni Product (Water, Enriched Durum Wheat Semolina [Semolina, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate {Iron}, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Egg White Solids), Skim Milk, Water, Pasteurized Cheddar Cheese Product (Cheddar Cheese [Pasteurized Milk, Cultures, Salt, And Enzymes], Water, Soybean Oil, Whey Protein Concentrate, Nonfat Dry Milk, Modified Food Starch, Natural Flavors, Salt, Maltodextrin, Whey, Sodium Citrate, Anhydrous Milkfat, Dipotassium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Sorbic Acid [Preservative], Yeast Extract, And Color [Beta Carotene And/or Paprika And/or Annatto Extract]), Soybean Oil, Wheat Flour, Food Starch-Modified, Salt, Sugar, Disodium Phosphate, Cheese Flavor (Salt, Maltodextrin, Dextrose, Natural Flavors and Lactic Acid), Mono and Diglycerides, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Alginate, Carrageenan Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Beta Carotene For Color (Corn Oil, Tocopherol).
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 1/5 green leaves rating, the KFC Menu Mac & Cheese is not recommended for those seeking cleaner food options. This product fails to meet the criteria for a healthier choice due to its composition and manufacturing practices.
The Mac & Cheese is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which immediately reduces its standing on our scale. Added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, contribute to its low score, while dextrose—a form of sugar that is more harmful—is also present, further diminishing its rating.
The list of ingredients reveals several potentially harmful additives. These include natural flavors and mono and diglycerides, which are often used to enhance texture and shelf life but are not aligned with clean eating principles. Xanthan gum and sodium citrate, commonly found in processed foods, are also part of the recipe.
Moreover, the inclusion of known harmful additives like carrageenan and maltodextrin is problematic. Carrageenan has been linked to digestive issues, while maltodextrin can spike blood sugar levels. Both are counter to the aim of providing cleaner food choices.
The use of oils considered harmful is another reason for the low score. Soybean and corn oils are present in the product, and these are often highly processed and may contain trans fats, which have been associated with various health risks.
The KFC Menu Mac & Cheese is positioned at the lowest end of our rating scale due to these factors. It contains a range of ingredients that are at odds with a clean and healthy diet. As such, we advise consumers to steer clear of this product in favor of options that prioritize organic, non-GMO, and additive-free ingredients. The goal is to spotlight food choices that contribute to well-being, and unfortunately, this Mac & Cheese does not align with those values.
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