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Cheddar & Sour Cream Flavored Potato Chips
Ingredients:
Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Canola, Corn, Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil), Maltodextrin (Made from Corn), Salt, Whey, Cheddar Cheese (Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Onion Powder, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), Natural and Artificial Flavors, Buttermilk, Sour Cream (Cultured Cream, Skim Milk), Lactose, Butter (Cream, Salt), Sodium Caseinate, Yeast extract, Citric Acid, Skim Milk, Blue Cheese (Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Lactic Acid, Garlic Powder, Artificial Color (Yellow #6, Yellow #5), Whey Protein Isolate, and Milk Protein Concentrate.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Ruffles Cheddar & Sour Cream Flavored Potato Chips receive a rating of 1/5 green leaves, denoting the lowest recommendation for consumers seeking cleaner food options. This product does not meet the criteria for a health-conscious choice, primarily due to its composition of ingredients that are either non-organic, potentially harmful, or known to be harmful.
Firstly, the product is not organic, which is a significant factor in its low rating. In addition, the chips contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs), further detracting from their clean food status. The presence of citric acid is mistakenly counted as an added sugar, which is a misclassification since citric acid is not a sugar, but rather a natural preservative and flavoring; however, the product does include other ingredients that contribute to its low score.
The inclusion of both natural and artificial flavors, along with artificial colors such as Yellow 5 and Yellow 6, are of concern. These additives are often scrutinized for their potential health impacts. Moreover, maltodextrin and monosodium glutamate (MSG) are singled out as harmful additives. Maltodextrin is a highly processed ingredient used as a thickener or filler, while MSG is a flavor enhancer that has been linked to various health issues.
The product also contains oils that are considered harmful, specifically canola and unspecified vegetable oils. These oils are often highly processed and may contribute to inflammation due to their high omega-6 fatty acid content. Lastly, the label lists artificial flavor, which is linked to high fructose corn syrup, an ingredient known for its negative effects on health, including contributing to obesity and diabetes.
This review of Ruffles Cheddar & Sour Cream Flavored Potato Chips highlights the product’s failure to align with the standards of cleaner, healthier food options. The chips are laden with non-organic and potentially harmful ingredients, including GMOs, artificial flavors, colors, and unhealthy oils. For those seeking nutritious alternatives, this product is advised to be avoided.
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