Pop-tarts
Flavor:
Apple Jacks® Frosted Apple Cinnamon Flavor Pop-Tarts®
Ingredients:
Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Vitamin B1 [thiamin Mononitrate], Vitamin B2 [riboflavin], Folic Acid), Corn Syrup, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Dextrose, Soybean And Palm Oil (With Tbhq For Freshness), Sugar. Contains 2% Or Less Of Wheat Starch, Degerminated Yellow Corn Flour, Bleached Wheat Flour, Glycerin, Salt, Wheat Flour, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Soy Lecithin, Apple Powder, Malted Barley, Gelatin, Cornstarch, Malic Acid, Citric Acid, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Turmeric (Color), Xanthan Gum, Yellow #6 Lake, Red #40, Blue #1.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Pop-tarts Apple Jacks® Frosted Apple Cinnamon Flavor Pop-Tarts® earns a green leaf rating of 1/5, indicating it falls at the lowest end of our cleaner food options scale. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which detracts significantly from its score on our health-conscious scale. With a variety of added sugars, including high fructose corn syrup, sugar, dextrose, and corn syrup, it ranks poorly for those looking to minimize sugar intake.
Furthermore, this Pop-tart variant includes a range of additives such as artificial flavors, soy lecithin, and xanthan gum, which are viewed unfavorably on our scale. The presence of potentially harmful colors like Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Red 40, along with the preservative TBHQ, heightens concerns regarding artificial ingredients. The use of palm oil, a controversial ingredient due to its environmental impact and potential health implications, further reduces its standing.
The combination of non-organic status, GMO ingredients, and multiple types of added sugars and harmful oils positions this product as one to avoid for those seeking healthier, cleaner food choices. The extensive list of additives and artificial ingredients present are not aligned with our criteria for a clean and healthy diet.
The Pop-tarts Apple Jacks® Frosted Apple Cinnamon Flavor Pop-Tarts® clearly does not meet the standards for those looking to consume more natural and less processed foods. With its low green leaf rating, it serves as a reminder to consumers to be vigilant and selective about the processed foods they choose to include in their diet, especially when prioritizing health and well-being.
Certifications:
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