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Van Leeuwen
Flavor:
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin
Ingredients:
Cream, Milk, Cane Sugar, Egg Yolks, Butter, Lemon Juice, Water, Egg Whites, Yellow Corn Flour, Enriched Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Poppy Seeds, Sunflower Oil, Eggs, Nonfat Dry Milk, Natural Flavors, Honey, Sea Salt, Salt, Baking Powder (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Corn Starch, Baking Soda, Mono Calcium Phosphate)
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1 out of 5 green leaves, the Van Leeuwen Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin falls short in providing a clean food option for health-conscious consumers. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified ingredients, which detracts significantly from its overall score on our scale. Additionally, the presence of added sugars, including cane sugar, further reduces its standing, as these are ingredients we prioritize minimizing in a healthier diet.
The ingredient list reveals the inclusion of elements that can be concerning, such as natural flavors and enriched flour. These have led to a substantial deduction in the product’s rating due to their potential harm and the lack of transparency they often entail. The use of butter, cream, and eggs, while common in muffins, does not offset the negative impact of the other ingredients on the score.
A closer look at the product’s composition shows that it contains several ingredients that are flagged by our scoring system. The non-organic nature of the product means that it may have been produced with pesticides or other chemicals that many consumers aim to avoid. The presence of GMOs raises concerns for those who prefer foods that are free from genetic modification, a choice that is increasingly important for many.
Furthermore, the addition of both sugar and cane sugar implies a higher level of sweeteners that goes against the grain of our criteria for cleaner foods. While sweeteners like honey are also present, which some may consider a more natural option, it does not counterbalance the negative aspects of the other sugars included.
This product, therefore, receives the lowest possible score on our green leaf rating. It is clear that for those seeking cleaner and more natural food choices, the Van Leeuwen Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin does not meet the standards set forth by our evaluation criteria. Consumers looking for healthier alternatives would be well-advised to consider other options that better align with the values of organic, non-GMO, and minimally processed foods.
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