NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND

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Is this safe for adults to eat NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND?

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Danger Score: 4 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND contains 22 ingredients. 1 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Adults generally have higher tolerance.

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Ingredients Analysis (22 found)

Natural Flavor
⚠️4/10
Usually safe for most adults in foods supplements and drinks. Main risk is unknown specific components causing allergies or sensitivities.
No Known Risk - Natural flavor is a broad term for flavoring substances derived from natural sources. While the exact composition can vary, current research and regulatory reviews have not identified immediate health risks for babies when used in typical amounts in consumable products. There is no strong evidence linking natural flavors to specific health risks in infants, so an abundance of caution suggests it is generally considered safe.
Confidence: HIGH
Sugar
✅3/10
Sugar is common in foods and drinks. Small amounts are generally safe for most adults, but frequent high intake can harm health over time.
Confidence: HIGH
Corn Syrup
✅2/10
Jarabe de Maíz is corn syrup commonly used as a sweetener in foods and drinks. It is generally safe for adults but excessive consumption may impact health.
Confidence: HIGH
Fructose
✅2/10
Fructose is a common sugar used as a sweetener in foods like cereals. Generally safe for adults but excessive intake may affect metabolism and liver health.
Confidence: HIGH
Palm Kernel Oil
✅2/10
Palm Kernel Oil is commonly used in food products like sweetened cereals as a fat source. It is generally safe but high in saturated fats which may impact heart health if consumed excessively.
No Known Risk - Palm Kernel Oil is generally recognized as safe for consumption in infants and children, with no strong evidence linking it to specific health risks such as irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or organ toxicity. It is commonly used in infant formulas and foods, and current research does not indicate immediate or long-term health concerns when used as intended.
Confidence: HIGH
Almonds
✅1/10
Almonds are commonly used in food products like cereals and are safe for most adults unless allergic. They provide nutrition and flavor.
No Known Risk - Almonds are generally considered safe for consumption by babies when introduced appropriately and in age-appropriate forms. There is no strong evidence linking almonds to any of the listed risks for the general population, aside from rare cases of nut allergy, which is not a listed risk label. Therefore, no immediate health concerns are found based on current research.
Confidence: HIGH
Barley Malt Extract
✅1/10
Barley Malt Extract is a common food ingredient used as a sweetener or flavoring and is generally safe for adults without gluten intolerance or allergies.
No Known Risk - Barley malt extract is generally recognized as safe for consumption in infants and children, except for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. There is no strong evidence linking it to any of the listed risks for the general population.
Confidence: HIGH
Salt
✅1/10
Salt is commonly used in food products like sweetened cereal for flavor and preservation. It is very safe for adults in typical dietary amounts.
Confidence: HIGH
Soy Lecithin
✅1/10
Soy Lecithin is a common food additive used as an emulsifier in sweetened cereals. It is generally recognized as safe for adult consumption with minimal concerns.
No Known Risk - Soy lecithin is widely used in foods and infant formulas, and current research does not show immediate health concerns or significant risks for babies when consumed in typical amounts. Allergic reactions are rare, and there is no strong evidence linking it to hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects in infants.
Confidence: HIGH
Whey
✅1/10
Whey is a common dairy protein used in foods and supplements generally safe for adults unless lactose intolerant or allergic
No Known Risk - Whey is a common protein derived from milk and is widely used in infant formulas and baby foods. There are no established health risks for healthy infants unless the baby has a diagnosed milk allergy or lactose intolerance. For the general population of babies, current research does not link whey to any of the listed risks.
Confidence: HIGH
maltodextrin
✅1/10
Organic maltodextrin is a common food additive used as a thickener or filler and is generally recognized as safe for adults
No Known Risk - Maltodextrin is widely used in infant formulas and baby foods, and current research does not show immediate health concerns or specific risks for babies when consumed in typical amounts. There is no strong evidence linking maltodextrin to any of the listed risks for babies.
Confidence: HIGH
palm oil
✅1/10
Vegetable oil from palm is commonly used in food and supplements. It is generally safe for adults with no significant health risks when consumed in normal amounts.
No Known Risk - Palm oil is widely used in infant formulas and baby foods and is generally recognized as safe for consumption by babies. There is no strong evidence linking palm oil to any of the listed health risks when used as a food ingredient for infants. Regulatory agencies have not flagged palm oil as a specific risk for babies.
Confidence: HIGH
Vegetable Glycerin
✅1/10
Glycerin is very safe for adults in consumable products. It is commonly used as a humectant and sweetener in foods like sweetened cereals.
No Known Risk - Glycerin is widely used in food and pharmaceutical products and is generally recognized as safe for consumption, including by infants, with no strong evidence linking it to any of the listed health risks when used appropriately.
Confidence: HIGH
Honey Roasted Almond Butter (almonds
✅1/10
Honey roasted almond butter is safe for adults with no significant health risks when consumed normally. It likely adds flavor and nutrition to the product.
Confidence: HIGH
mixed tocopherols)
✅1/10
Mixed tocopherols are natural antioxidants used as preservatives in food and supplements and are very safe for adult consumption.
Confidence: HIGH
Canola and/or Sunflower Oil
✅1/10
Canola and sunflower oils are common edible oils with low toxicity and generally safe for adult consumption in typical amounts.
Confidence: HIGH
Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols)
✅1/10
Vitamin E mixed tocopherols are common antioxidants in foods and supplements with very low risk for adults at typical doses
Confidence: HIGH
Baking Soda
✅0/10
Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate commonly used as a leavening agent in food and is safe for adults in normal amounts
No Known Risk - Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is generally recognized as safe for consumption in small amounts and is not linked to any of the listed risks when used appropriately. There is no strong evidence connecting it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects in babies when used as a food ingredient or in small, appropriate doses.
Confidence: HIGH
Corn Starch
✅0/10
Corn starch is very safe for adults in food products. It is commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in sweetened cereals.
No Known Risk - Corn starch is widely used in baby foods and formulas and is generally recognized as safe for consumption by infants. There is no credible scientific evidence linking corn starch to any of the listed health risks when used as intended.
Confidence: HIGH
Rice Flour
✅0/10
Rice flour is a common safe ingredient in food products like cereals and supplements for adults with no significant safety concerns.
No Known Risk - Rice flour is widely used in baby foods and cereals and is generally recognized as safe for infant consumption. There is no strong evidence linking rice flour itself to any of the listed health risks when used as intended. However, parents should be aware of potential arsenic contamination in rice products, but this is not a direct risk of rice flour as an ingredient itself.
Confidence: HIGH
Whole Grain Oats
✅0/10
Organic whole grain oats are very safe for adults commonly used in foods for fiber and nutrition
Confidence: HIGH
honey
✅0/10
Organic honey is generally safe for adult consumption and commonly used in food supplements and drinks as a natural sweetener and flavoring agent
Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND

Adult-safe? NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND

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What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 22 ingredients in NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND. 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

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