Aunt Jemima Corn Meal White
by Pepsico
A basic degerminated cornmeal that's been stripped of natural nutrients then fortified with synthetic vitamins. While not harmful, the processing removes beneficial fiber, oils, and micronutrients found in whole grain corn.
- DEGERMINATED WHITE CORN MEAL – safe · Corn with the germ removed for shelf stability, reducing natural nutrients and fiber but creating a stable cooking ingredient.
- NIACIN – beneficial · Vitamin B3 added to replace nutrients lost during processing, essential for energy metabolism and cellular function.
- REDUCED IRON – beneficial · Iron supplement added for fortification, though less bioavailable than naturally occurring iron in whole grains.
- THIAMIN MONONITRATE – beneficial · Synthetic form of vitamin B1, added to replace thiamin lost during degermination process.
- RIBOFLAVIN – beneficial · Vitamin B2 fortification to restore nutrients removed during corn processing.
- FOLIC ACID – beneficial · Synthetic folate added for fortification, important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation.
Simple, recognizable ingredients
Fortified with essential B vitamins
No artificial additives or preservatives
Shelf-stable and versatile for cooking
Degerminated - missing natural nutrients and fiber
Synthetic vitamin fortification instead of whole grain nutrition
Higher glycemic impact than whole cornmeal
Lacks the healthy oils found in corn germ
About This Analysis
This health analysis for Aunt Jemima Corn Meal White 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.
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