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Rice Krispies
Flavor:
Rainbow Krispies
Ingredients:
Rice flour, sugar, whole grain oat flour, whole wheat flour, fructose, contains 2% or less of canola oil, salt, natural flavor, Red #40, yellow 5, yellow 6, blue 1, BHT for freshness. Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), iron, niacinamide, vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), vitamin B1 (thiamin hydrochloride), folic acid, vitamin D3, vitamin B12.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: 1/5 Green Leaves
The Rice Krispies Rainbow Krispies is a product that receives the lowest possible rating on our green leaf scale, indicating that it falls short of the cleaner food options we advocate for. This cereal is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients. The presence of added sugars, such as sugar and fructose, detracts from its nutritional profile.
In addition, the cereal contains a range of additives that raise concerns. Ingredients like natural flavor and BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) are potentially harmful and have been deducted heavily in our assessment. Furthermore, artificial colors including Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Blue 1 are known for their adverse health implications and contribute to the product’s low score.
Another point of concern is the inclusion of canola oil, which we classify as a harmful oil due to its processing methods and potential health effects. The cereal does offer some vitamins and minerals, such as Vitamin C, iron, and various B vitamins. However, these nutritional benefits are overshadowed by the negative aspects of the ingredient list.
The product’s composition reflects a lack of alignment with the cleaner, healthier food options that consumers are increasingly seeking. The use of artificial additives and non-organic ingredients suggests that there are better choices available for those looking to maintain a clean and healthy diet.
The Rice Krispies Rainbow Krispies is a product that our evaluation deems best to avoid, as it does not meet the standards for a wholesome and clean food option. Our rating system has identified several areas where the product’s ingredient list does not support a health-conscious lifestyle. Shoppers are encouraged to seek alternatives that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and exclude added sugars and harmful additives.
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