Otis Spunkmeyer
Chocolate Chip Muffin
Food & Beverage
65
Avoid
Safety Summary
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Key Concerns
Positive Signals
Score Breakdown
Ingredients (20)
| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| calcium sulfate | Low Risk | — |
| canola lecithin | Low Risk | — |
| caramel color (contains sulfites) | Caution | May contain 4-MEI (possible carcinogen). |
| cocoa (processed with alkali) | Low Risk | — |
| contains or less of: modified corn starch | Low Risk | — |
| eggs | Low Risk | — |
| enzymes | Low Risk | — |
| leavening (sodium aluminum phosphate, baking soda, monocalcium phosphate) | Beneficial | Neurotoxicity debate. Antiperspirant ingredient. |
| mono - and diglycerides | Low Risk | — |
| natural and artificial flavor | Beneficial | Undisclosed synthetic chemicals. |
| potassium sorbate (preservative) | Caution | Allergen. DNA damage at high concentrations. |
| propylene glycol esters of fatty acids | Caution | Irritant at high concentrations. Penetration enhancer. |
| salt | Low Risk | — |
| sodium stearoyl lactylate | Low Risk | — |
| soybean oil | Low Risk | High omega-6. Inflammatory at high intake. |
| soy flour | Low Risk | — |
| Sugar | Low Risk | — |
| water | Low Risk | — |
| wheat gluten | Low Risk | — |
| xanthan gum | Low Risk | Generally safe. GI issues at high intake. |