Pillsbury
Flavor:
Grands!™ Southern Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuits
Ingredients:
Enriched Flour Bleached (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Palm And Soybean Oil, Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Baking Powder (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate). Contains 2% Or Less Of: Dextrose, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Natural And Artificial Flavor.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Pillsbury Grands!™ Southern Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuits are not recommended for those seeking cleaner food options. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which detracts from its clean food status. It also contains added sugars such as sugar and dextrose, which contribute to its low rating.
The biscuits’ ingredient list features several elements that raise concerns. Non-organic soybean and palm oils are present, which are often processed using methods that may not align with cleaner, more natural food standards. The use of palm oil also raises environmental concerns due to the impact of palm oil plantations on deforestation and habitat destruction. Additionally, the biscuits contain artificial flavors and potentially harmful additives, such as sodium aluminum phosphate, which is used as a leavening agent but has been linked to health concerns.
The presence of enriched flour means that the natural nutrients of the wheat have been stripped away and synthetic vitamins and minerals have been added back in. This process does not align with the principles of whole foods and can be seen as a step away from a natural ingredient profile. Xanthan gum, another additive, is commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer, but it is also something that those looking for cleaner foods might prefer to avoid due to its industrial production process.
The inclusion of high fructose corn syrup, listed under artificial flavors, is another significant factor in the low score. High fructose corn syrup is a heavily processed sweetener that has been linked to various health issues, including obesity and diabetes.
For those prioritizing clean eating, the Pillsbury Grands!™ Southern Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuits fall short of meeting the criteria for a healthy, environmentally-friendly, and minimally-processed food product. The range of non-organic, GMO, and processed ingredients, along with the environmental implications of certain oils used, make this product one to pass over for those seeking healthier, more natural options in their diet.
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