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Morningstar Farms
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Veggie Spicy Popcorn Chik’n
Ingredients:
Water, Wheat Flour, Soy Protein Concentrate, Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola And/or Sunflower), Soy Protein Isolate. Contains 2% Or Less Of Potato Starch, Wheat Gluten, Methylcellulose, Cornstarch, Yeast Extract, Salt, Wheat Starch, Yellow Corn Flour, Onion Powder, Natural Flavors, Garlic Powder, Spices, Dextrose, Yeast, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate), Potassium Chloride, Glutamic Acid, Sugar, Xanthan Gum, Paprika Extract Color, Turmeric Extract Color.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Morningstar Farms Veggie Spicy Popcorn Chik’n earns a rating of 1/5 green leaves on our website. This product is a meatless snack alternative, aiming to provide a vegetarian option in the form of breaded, spicy, bite-sized pieces. However, the evaluation of its ingredients raises concerns regarding its alignment with the goal of offering cleaner food choices.
The product is not certified organic and contains genetically modified organisms (GMOs), which leads to a significant reduction in its green leaf score. The inclusion of added sugars, specifically sugar and dextrose, further detracts from its healthfulness. These sugars contribute to the overall caloric content without providing any nutritional benefit.
Additionally, the Morningstar Farms Veggie Spicy Popcorn Chik’n contains several ingredients that are often scrutinized for their potential health impacts. Natural flavors, though ubiquitous in processed foods, are a point of deduction due to their ambiguous nature and the lack of transparency regarding their composition. Xanthan gum, a common thickening agent, is also flagged despite its widespread use and approval by food safety authorities.
The presence of canola and unspecified vegetable oils is another factor that lowers the product’s score. These oils are often highly processed and may be sourced from GMO plants. Their method of extraction and refinement, as well as the potential for oxidation, contribute to the decision to mark them as harmful.
Taking these ingredients into account, the Morningstar Farms Veggie Spicy Popcorn Chik’n is not recommended for those seeking cleaner, more natural food products. It falls short in providing an option free from additives, GMOs, and processed ingredients. As consumers increasingly seek out foods with simple, whole ingredients, this product does not meet the criteria for a healthier, environmentally conscious diet. The 1/5 green leaves rating reflects a preference for products that adhere to a higher standard of health and sustainability.
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