Creamy Cheddar Pasta Mix
by B G
This boxed pasta mix is heavily processed with concerning trans fats, artificial colors, and numerous chemical additives. The partially hydrogenated soybean oil alone makes this a poor choice for regular consumption.
- Enriched Pasta – safe · Wheat pasta fortified with B vitamins and iron, standard refined grain product.
- Wheat Flour – safe · Refined wheat flour, lacks fiber and nutrients of whole grain.
- Reduced Iron – beneficial · Essential mineral added for fortification.
- Thiamine Mononitrate – beneficial · Vitamin B1 fortification, essential for metabolism.
- Riboflavin – beneficial · Vitamin B2 fortification, supports energy production.
- Folic Acid – beneficial · Synthetic form of folate, important for cell division.
- Cheddar Cheese – safe · Real cheese provides protein and calcium but adds sodium.
- Blue Cheese – safe · Aged cheese with distinctive flavor, contains beneficial probiotics.
- Milk – safe · Source of dairy proteins and calcium.
- Salt – controversial · High sodium content contributes to hypertension risk.
- Cheese Cultures – beneficial · Beneficial bacteria used in cheese making.
- Enzymes – safe · Natural enzymes used in cheese production.
- Corn Syrup Solids – controversial · Processed sweetener that spikes blood sugar and lacks nutrients.
- Palm Oil – controversial · High in saturated fat and linked to environmental concerns.
- Whey – safe · Milk protein byproduct, good source of amino acids.
- Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil – dangerous · Contains trans fats linked to heart disease and banned in many countries.
- Corn Starch – safe · Refined starch used as thickener, nutritionally empty.
- Natural Flavors – safe · Plant or animal-derived flavoring compounds.
- Artificial Flavors – controversial · Synthetic flavor chemicals of unknown long-term effects.
- Garlic – beneficial · Natural herb with antimicrobial and cardiovascular benefits.
- Onions – beneficial · Natural vegetable with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Buttermilk – safe · Fermented dairy product with tangy flavor and probiotics.
- Maltodextrin – controversial · Highly processed starch that spikes blood sugar more than table sugar.
- Sodium Caseinate – safe · Milk protein used as emulsifier and thickener.
- Lactic Acid – safe · Natural preservative produced during fermentation.
- Citric Acid – safe · Natural preservative that prevents spoilage and adds tartness.
- Black Pepper – beneficial · Natural spice with antioxidant and digestive benefits.
- Mono and Diglycerides – safe · Emulsifiers derived from fats, generally recognized as safe.
- Dipotassium Phosphate – safe · Salt used as stabilizer and pH adjuster.
- Disodium Inosinate – safe · Flavor enhancer that works synergistically with MSG.
- Disodium Guanylate – safe · Flavor enhancer that boosts umami taste.
- Annatto – safe · Natural coloring from seeds, generally safe.
- Yellow 5 – controversial · Artificial dye linked to hyperactivity in children and allergic reactions.
- Yellow 6 – controversial · Artificial dye with potential links to hyperactivity and allergic reactions.
Contains some real cheese
Fortified with B vitamins and iron
Natural herbs like garlic and onion
Partially hydrogenated oils (trans fats)
Artificial food dyes Yellow 5 and Yellow 6
Ultra-processed with 15+ additives
High sodium content
Blood sugar spiking ingredients
About This Analysis
This ingredient analysis for Creamy Cheddar Pasta Mix was performed by Truelabel, an AI-powered food scanner that grades products from A (excellent) to F (failing) based on ingredient quality. The analysis covers seed oil content, ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives, artificial colors, allergens, and potential health risks including cancer risk, hormonal disruption, and gut irritation scores.
Category: Pantry