Small traditional crust: 0/10 ingredient score

Ingredient score

0/10

Higher-concern ingredient detected

Worth a closer look

Partially hydrogenated oilHigher concern

The main source of industrial trans fat, which raises heart-disease risk; FDA no longer allows it to be added to food.

Avoid or limit in the stated context.

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BHAModerate concern

Classified as a possible human carcinogen based on high-dose animal studies.

Consider limiting, or compare alternatives.

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Processed meatModerate concern

IARC classifies processed meat as a cause of colorectal cancer; cancer bodies advise eating little, if any.

Consider limiting, or compare alternatives.

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Sodium nitriteModerate concern

Can form N-nitroso compounds in the body; linked to colorectal and stomach cancer.

Consider limiting, or compare alternatives.

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Smoke flavoringModerate concern

The EU withdrew approval for smoke flavorings because DNA-damage concerns couldn't be ruled out.

Consider limiting, or compare alternatives.

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Caramel colorLimited concern

Some types contain 4-MEI, a possible carcinogen in animal studies; FDA sees no short-term risk at food levels.

Worth knowing; no urgent action implied.

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BHTLimited concern

Animal studies are mixed, and regulators permit it within set limits.

Worth knowing; no urgent action implied.

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Ingredients

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Open Food Facts record · updated Feb 20, 2022 · US

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