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Flavor:
Volcano Taco
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, Iceberg Lettuce: Fresh iceberg lettuce [certified vegan], Lava Sauce: Soybean oil, water, red jalapeno peppers, cheddar cheese, egg yolk, natural and artificial flavors, tomato paste, vinegar, paprika, sugar, contains 1% or less of dried onion, spices, salt, xanthan gum, phosphoric acid, citric acid, disodium inosinate & guanylate, sorbic acid, propylene glycol alginate, calcium disodium EDTA (PF). Contains: Milk, Eggs, Volcano Taco Shell (THEORETICAL), 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:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Taco Bell Volcano Taco falls at the low end of the spectrum for cleaner food options. This product is neither organic nor uses non-GMO ingredients. It includes added sugars, with sugar and citric acid present in its makeup. More concerning is the inclusion of dextrose, a form of sugar that carries a higher negative impact in our scoring system.
The Volcano Taco’s ingredient list contains a range of additives, some of which pose potential health risks. Among these, natural and artificial flavors, soy lecithin, and xanthan gum are noted. Particularly troubling is the presence of calcium disodium EDTA, an additive that, while approved for use, is often scrutinized for its safety and potential side effects. The product also contains artificial flavors and propylene glycol, substances that are linked to more severe health concerns and thus heavily penalized in our rating system.
Additionally, the taco is made with soybean oil, which is considered a harmful oil due to its processing methods and potential health implications. High fructose corn syrup, often associated with various health issues, is listed under artificial flavors, further lowering the product’s score.
The Volcano Taco does not meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food option as defined by our standards. The presence of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and harmful additives contribute to its low rating. The inclusion of known harmful oils and high fructose corn syrup accentuates the need for caution when considering this product for consumption. It is clear that the Taco Bell Volcano Taco has significant room for improvement in aligning with a cleaner, healthier dietary choice.
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