Lesser Evil
Flavor:
Paleo Puffs Fiery Hot
Ingredients:
Organic Cassava Flour, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Flaming Hot Seasoning (Organic Maltodextrin, Himalayan Crystal Salt, Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Spices, Organic Nutritional Yeast, Organic Baker’s Yeast extract, Organic Flavor, Citric Acid, Organic Onion Powder, Organic Garlic Powder, Organic White Distilled Vinegar, Organic Habanero Pepper), Organic Tapioca Starch/Flour, Organic Sweet Potato Flour, Organic Coconut Flour
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Lesser Evil Paleo Puffs Fiery Hot is an organic snack that aims to offer a healthier alternative in the snack aisle. However, our assessment identifies several areas where the product does not align with the highest standards of clean eating.
The snack is certified organic and free from genetically modified organisms (GMOs), which is a positive start. However, the inclusion of organic coconut sugar and citric acid leads to a deduction in its score because these are added sugars. While these ingredients are organic, the presence of added sugars detracts from the product’s overall healthfulness.
More concerning is the use of organic maltodextrin and ‘organic flavor’ in the ingredients list. Maltodextrin, although derived from organic sources, is a processed additive often used as a thickener or filler. Its presence is significant enough to warrant the largest single deduction in the product’s score. ‘Organic flavor’ is a vague term that does not specify the source or composition of the flavoring used, leading to questions about its potential impact on health and earning a substantial deduction.
The use of organic coconut oil, cassava flour, tapioca starch, sweet potato flour, and coconut flour reflects a commitment to using whole-food ingredients. However, the benefits of these ingredients are overshadowed by the product’s deductions for added sugars and questionable additives.
The product’s commitment to organic ingredients is commendable, but the inclusion of added sugars and potentially harmful additives reduces its standing as a clean food option. Consumers seeking the cleanest products might find the Lesser Evil Paleo Puffs Fiery Hot lacking and could benefit from a reformulation that eliminates these concerns.
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