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Flavor:
Frosted S'Mores Pop-Tarts®
Ingredients:
Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Vitamin B1 [thiamin Mononitrate], Vitamin B2 [riboflavin], Folic Acid), Sugar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Dextrose, Soybean And Palm Oil (With Tbhq For Freshness), Corn Syrup, Whole Wheat Flour, Bleached Wheat Flour, Whey. Contains 2% Or Less Of Molasses, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Cornstarch, Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate), Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Milk, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate), Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Soy Lecithin, Gelatin, Egg Whites, Color Added, Xanthan Gum.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Pop-tarts Frosted S’Mores Pop-Tarts® is a product that our assessment finds falls short of the cleaner food options we advocate for. This score, the lowest on our scale, reflects the numerous concerns regarding the ingredients and their potential health implications.
The product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients. The presence of added sugars is a significant drawback, with ingredients like molasses and sugar contributing to this tally. Even more concerning is the inclusion of dextrose and corn syrup, which are considered more harmful forms of added sugar. The list of potentially harmful additives extends to natural and artificial flavors, enriched flour, soy lecithin, xanthan gum, and corn starch. Artificial flavor and TBHQ are identified as known harmful additives, which further diminish the product’s standing.
Palm oil, listed as an ingredient, is another point of contention, as it is often associated with negative environmental impacts and is not considered a healthy oil option. The inclusion of high fructose corn syrup and artificial flavors exacerbates the product’s already low standing. These ingredients are associated with various health concerns and are often avoided by those seeking cleaner, healthier food alternatives.
The product’s composition reflects a reliance on ingredients that are not aligned with a clean eating philosophy. The use of non-organic and GMO ingredients, combined with multiple forms of added sugars and a range of additives, positions this product far from the ideal choices for health-conscious consumers. The environmental and health impact of using palm oil further detracts from its overall score.
The Pop-tarts Frosted S’Mores Pop-Tarts® earn a green leaf rating of 1/5, indicating that it is a product best left on the shelf for those seeking nutritious and environmentally considerate food options. Our assessment strongly advises consumers to opt for alternatives that prioritize organic, non-GMO, and additive-free ingredients.
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