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Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos
Ingredients:
Seasoned Beef: Beef, Water, Seasoning [cellulose, Chili Pepper, Maltodextrin, Salt, Oats, Soy Lecithin, Spices, Tomato Powder, Sugar, Onion Powder, Citric Acid, Natural Flavors (Including Smoke Flavor), Torula Yeast, Cocoa, Disodium Inosinate & Guanylate, Dextrose, Lactic Acid, Modified Corn Starch], Salt, Sodium Phosphates. Contains: Soy, Doritos® Locos Taco Nacho Cheese Shell: Ground Corn, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Canola, Corn, And/or Soybean Oil), Corn Flour, Seasoning (Maltodextrin, Salt, Cheddar Cheese, Whey, Monosodium Glutamate, Buttermilk, Romano Cheese, Whey Protein Concentrate, Onion Powder, Disodium Phosphate, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Dextrose, Tomato Powder, Lactose, Spices, Turmeric And Annatto (Vc), Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Nonfat Milk, Red And Green Bell Pepper Powder, Disodium Inosinate & Guanylate, Yellow 5 & 6 (C), Caramel Color (C), Red 40 (C)). Contains: Milk, Iceberg Lettuce: Fresh Iceberg Lettuce [certified Vegan], Cheddar Cheese: Cheddar Cheese (Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto (Vc)), Anti-caking Agent. Contains: Milk [certified Vegetarian]
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating:
The Taco Bell Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Tacos earns a minimal score on the green leaf rating due to its composition of ingredients that raise health concerns. The product is not organic, contains genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and includes added sugars, which contribute to its low rating. The presence of dextrose, a form of sugar, further impacts the score negatively.
Several additives in the product are cause for concern. These include natural flavors, which are often ambiguous in composition, and artificial flavors, which are synthetic and may be undesirable for those seeking natural food options. The inclusion of soy lecithin, an emulsifier, along with caramel color and Red 40—both artificial coloring agents—also detracts from the product’s rating.
Moreover, the product contains maltodextrin and monosodium glutamate (MSG), which are additives that have been associated with adverse health effects. The use of vegetable oils such as canola and soybean oil, which may be highly processed, is another factor that influences the negative assessment.
The product’s use of artificial flavor, particularly high fructose corn syrup, is a significant concern. This ingredient is commonly associated with health risks, including obesity and diabetes, when consumed in high quantities.
The green leaf rating system is designed to guide consumers towards cleaner and healthier food options. The Taco Bell Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Tacos, with a score of 1/5 green leaves, falls short of these standards. The product’s composition includes multiple ingredients that are either non-organic, GMO, or potentially harmful due to their artificial nature. For those seeking cleaner food choices, this product is best avoided. The assessment is based on the ingredients and their alignment with the goal of promoting healthier food options in the market.
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