Ruffles Flamin' Hot® Flavored Potato Chips

Ruffles

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Ingredients:

Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Canola, Corn, Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil), Maltodextrin (Made from Corn), Salt, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), Yeast extract, Citric Acid, Cheddar Cheese (Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Artificial Color (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Yellow #6), Onion Powder, Whey, Corn syrup Solids, Buttermilk, Romano Cheese (Part-Skim Cow’s Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Whey Protein Concentrate, Garlic Powder, Natural Flavors, Sodium Caseinate, and Sodium Diacetate.

Rating:     We Avoid

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Ruffles Flamin’ Hot® Flavored Potato Chips receive a rating of 1 out of 5 green leaves, reflecting a concerning level of unhealthy ingredients and a lack of organic or non-GMO certification. This product is not organic, contains genetically modified organisms, and includes added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid. Additionally, the presence of corn syrup introduces another layer of harmful sugars.

The ingredient list reveals a number of problematic additives. Natural flavors and artificial colors, specifically Yellow 6 and Red 40, are used in the chips, which are considered potentially harmful. The product also contains known harmful additives like maltodextrin, monosodium glutamate (MSG), and artificial colors, including Yellow 6 and Red 40, which are notorious for their negative health implications.

Furthermore, the product incorporates oils that are deemed harmful, including canola and unspecified vegetable oils. These oils are often highly processed and may contribute to inflammation and other health issues.

Beyond the additives, the chips contain various dairy-derived ingredients such as cheddar cheese, whey, buttermilk, and Romano cheese. These are sources of protein and flavor but may not be suitable for those with dairy sensitivities or those seeking plant-based options.

The Ruffles Flamin’ Hot® Flavored Potato Chips, with its array of concerning ingredients, receives the lowest possible score on our green leaf rating system. This assessment is grounded in the product’s use of non-organic, GMO ingredients, added sugars, potentially harmful additives, known harmful additives, and harmful oils. Consumers seeking cleaner food options are advised to avoid this product, as it does not align with the standards of health and wellness our rating system upholds. The score reflects a product that does not meet the criteria for a healthy, clean food choice.

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