Truelabel
SUGARPOPCORNCORN SYRUP SOLIDSBUTTER BLEND (LIQUID & PART HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OILWATERBUTTER (CREAM, SALT)WHEY SOLIDSSALT SODIUM BENZOATE & POTASSIUM SORBATE (AS PRESERVATIVES)BUTTER MILK SOLIDSCITRIC ACIDART FLAVORSBETA CAROTENE (COLOR), VIT A PALMITATE)HONEY GRAHAMS (CORN MEALWHOLE GRAIN WHEATSUGARMOLASSESPARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OILFRUCTOSEMODIFIED CORN STARCHBROWN SUGAR SYRUPHONEYSALTBAKING SODACALCIUM CARBONATELECITHINDECTROSETRISODIUM PHOSPHATENONFAT MILKVIT CNAT AND ART FLAVORSNIACINZINCREDUCED IRONVIT A PALMITATEVITAMINS B2DB1& B12FOLATEBHT (AS PRESERVATIVE))WATERTITANIUM DIOXIDE SOYBEAN LECITHINCORN OILSEMI SWEET CHOC (CHOCOLATESUGAR COCCOA BUTTERSOY LECITHIN (EMULSIFIER), VANILLA EXTRACT)CHOCOLATE PWD (NF) SILICONE DIOXIDEDEXTROSESUCROSE ART COLORING (FD&C RED 40, YELLOW 5 & 6, CITRIC ACID, FD&C BLUE 1, SODIUM BENZOATE)SALT (SODIUM SILICOALUMINATE, SODIUM THIOSULFATE, POTASSIUM IODIDE)BAKING SODA.

Popcorn

by Hr Poppin Snacks

Health Grade: F – Failing

Category: Snacks

This popcorn product earns a failing grade because it contains multiple harmful additives like partially hydrogenated soybean oil and titanium dioxide, which are linked to cancer, hormone disruption, and gut issues. It also uses artificial colors and preservatives such as sodium benzoate and sorbic acid that can irritate the gut and disrupt hormones. Despite some whole grain ingredients, the overwhelming presence of toxic chemicals and artificial additives makes it unsafe.

  • whole grain corn – controversial · Provides fiber and nutrients, supporting digestion and metabolism.
  • yellow popcorn – controversial · Whole grain source, fiber-rich and healthy.
  • swiss cheese – controversial · Adds flavor and protein, but dairy can be allergenic.
  • water – beneficial · Essential for hydration and harmless.
  • wheat fiber – controversial · Provides fiber but contains gluten, a common allergen.
  • whey solids – controversial · Dairy protein beneficial but may bother lactose intolerant.
  • sodium benzoate – controversial · Preservative that can form cancer-causing benzene; irritates gut and may disrupt hormones.
  • buttermilk solids – controversial · Adds flavor but may cause mild gut and hormone issues.
  • millet meal – controversial · Whole grain providing fiber and nutrients.
  • natural and artificial flavors – controversial · Artificial components can cause gut irritation and hormone disruption.
  • beta carotene color – controversial · Natural color and vitamin A source.
  • vitamin a palmitate – controversial · Synthetic vitamin A, generally safe in typical amounts.
  • whole grain cornmeal – controversial · Provides fiber and whole grain benefits.
  • whole grain wheat – controversial · Whole grain with gluten, may affect sensitive people.
  • oleoresin capsicum – controversial · Capsaicin extract can irritate sensitive guts.
  • partially hydrogenated soybean oil – controversial · Contains trans fats, raises cancer and inflammation risk, disrupts hormones.
  • fruit sugar – controversial · Sugar raises blood sugar and can disrupt gut flora in excess.
  • sorbic acid – controversial · Preservative that can irritate gut lining.
  • soy lecithin – controversial · Emulsifier that might mildly affect hormones in sensitive people.
  • nonfat milk – controversial · Dairy product providing protein but allergenic for some.
  • vitamin b3 – controversial · Vitamin that supports metabolism and energy.
  • zinc – controversial · Essential mineral for immune health.
  • reduced iron – controversial · Essential nutrient but can irritate gut in some.
  • vitamins a, c, d, and e – controversial · Support immune function and act as antioxidants.
  • zinc citrate – controversial · A bioavailable zinc form supporting health.
  • raspberry juice powder – controversial · Natural flavor and antioxidant source.
  • titanium dioxide – controversial · Linked to DNA damage, inflammation, and cancer risk.
  • vinegar powder – controversial · Adds acidity safely but can cause mild irritation.
  • sodium carbonate – controversial · Used for pH control, may irritate gut.
  • vanilla extract in water – beneficial · Natural flavoring, safe in normal amounts.
  • whole grain white corn – controversial · Provides fiber and nutrients.
  • white sugar – controversial · Refined sugar that raises blood sugar and can feed harmful gut bacteria.
  • sodium silicoaluminate – controversial · Anti-caking agent that may irritate the gut.
  • yellow prussiate of soda – controversial · Anti-caking agent with low toxicity but concerns exist.
  • butter blend – controversial · Contains harmful partially hydrogenated oils plus dairy.
  • honey graham crackers – controversial · Processed snack with sugars and hydrogenated oils increasing risk of inflammation and gut disruption.
  • cocoa powder – controversial · Contains antioxidants if pure; generally safe.
  • artificial color – dangerous · Synthetic dyes linked to cancer and gut inflammation.

Contains several whole grain ingredients that provide fiber and nutrients.

Includes vitamins and minerals like vitamins A, B3, C, D, E, and zinc for nutritional support.

Has natural flavor components such as vanilla extract and raspberry juice powder.

Contains partially hydrogenated soybean oil, a source of harmful trans fats linked to cancer and hormone disruption.

Uses titanium dioxide and artificial colors that pose cancer and gut inflammation risks.

Includes preservatives sodium benzoate and sorbic acid, which can irritate the gut and form carcinogens.

Contains multiple artificial flavors and additives that disrupt gut microbiome and hormones.

High sugar content from multiple sources raising blood sugar and impacting gut health negatively.