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Emperador Vanilla Cookies

by Pepsico

Ultra-processed cookies loaded with palm oil, high fructose corn syrup, and multiple artificial colors. Contains inflammatory seed oils and excessive sugar that will spike blood glucose and promote chronic disease risk.

  • Enriched Flour – controversial · Refined wheat flour stripped of nutrients then fortified with synthetic vitamins. Creates blood sugar spikes and lacks fiber.
  • Brown Sugar – controversial · Added sugar that contributes to metabolic dysfunction, though slightly less processed than white sugar.
  • Palm Oil – controversial · Highly inflammatory saturated fat that promotes oxidative stress and cardiovascular disease risk.
  • High Fructose Corn Syrup – dangerous · Industrial sweetener strongly linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease, and metabolic syndrome.
  • Skim Milk – safe · Processed dairy that provides protein but lacks beneficial fats found in whole milk.
  • Milk – safe · Natural dairy ingredient providing protein and calcium, though quality depends on source.
  • Egg – beneficial · High-quality complete protein source with essential amino acids and choline.
  • Modified Corn Starch – controversial · Chemically altered starch that may disrupt gut bacteria and contribute to inflammation.
  • Sodium Bicarbonate – safe · Natural leavening agent (baking soda) that is generally recognized as safe.
  • Ammonium Bicarbonate – safe · Traditional leavening agent that breaks down completely during baking.
  • Whey – safe · Milk protein byproduct that provides amino acids and minerals.
  • Iodized Salt – safe · Essential mineral fortified with iodine for thyroid function.
  • Soy Lecithin – safe · Emulsifier derived from soybeans, generally safe but often from GMO sources.
  • Natural and Artificial Flavors – controversial · Undefined chemical compounds that may contain allergens or problematic additives.
  • Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate – controversial · Synthetic emulsifier that may disrupt gut microbiome and increase inflammation.
  • Zinc Oxide – safe · Essential mineral supplement for immune function and wound healing.
  • FD&C Aluminum Lake Yellow 5 – controversial · Artificial color linked to hyperactivity in children and potential allergic reactions.
  • FD&C Aluminum Lake Yellow 6 – controversial · Artificial color associated with behavioral issues and possible carcinogenic compounds.
  • FD&C Yellow 5 – controversial · Tartrazine dye linked to hyperactivity, asthma, and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
  • FD&C Blue 2 – controversial · Synthetic dye with limited safety data and potential links to hyperactivity in children.

Contains some protein from milk and eggs

Fortified with B vitamins and zinc

No artificial preservatives

High fructose corn syrup

Inflammatory palm oil

Multiple artificial colors

Ultra-processed formulation

High sugar content

Gut-disrupting emulsifiers