Tofurky
Flavor:
Thai Basil
Ingredients:
Water, Vital Wheat Gluten, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil, Tofu (Water, Soybeans, Magnesium Chloride, Calcium Chloride), Garlic Puree, Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans, Wheat, Salt), Natural Flavors, Basil, Agave Syrup, Contains Less Than 2% Of Cornstarch, Oat Fiber, Cane Sugar, Sea Salt, Spices, Red Chili Flakes, Poblano Peppers, Granulated Garlic, Onion Powder, Lime Juice Concentrate, Natural Smoke Flavor, Sunflower Oil, Sesame Oil, Celery Seed Oil, Calcium Lactate, Citric Acid, Potassium Chloride, Titanium Dioxide (For Color), Gum Arabic, Xanthan Gum
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Tofurky Thai Basil product earns a low rating of 1/5 green leaves, indicating its poor standing in terms of health and quality. This plant-based food item lags in terms of clean ingredients, falling short of the ideal organic and non-GMO standard.
The product is not organic, a significant drawback for those seeking a cleaner diet. While it does use non-GMO ingredients, this positive aspect is overshadowed by the presence of numerous harmful additives and sugars. Both regular and harmful added sugars are found within the product, including Sugar, Citric Acid, Agave Syrup, and Cane Sugar. These ingredients are known to be detrimental to health and are best avoided in everyday consumption.
Further exacerbating the product’s score is the presence of potentially harmful additives such as Natural Flavor, Flavor, Xanthan Gum, and Xanthan. These additives are often unnecessary and can have adverse effects on the body. The product also contains a known harmful additive, Titanium Dioxide, which is used for color. It’s a red flag for any health-conscious consumer.
The product also contains harmful oils such as Sesame Oil and Canola. These oils can lead to various adverse health effects when consumed in excess. As such, their inclusion in the product further lowers its green leaf rating.
The Tofurky Thai Basil product’s multitude of harmful ingredients and lack of organic certification lead to its low green leaf rating. Despite its use of non-GMO ingredients, the presence of harmful sugars, additives, and oils make it a poor choice for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. It’s advisable to avoid this product in favor of ones with cleaner ingredients and higher green leaf ratings. This product serves as an example of how a crowded market can often hide unhealthy options under the guise of plant-based and vegan-friendly labels.
Certifications:
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Alternatives
No Items found.
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