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Natural Chicken Flavor

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Scout's take

Natural chicken flavor is a catch-all term for flavor compounds derived from chicken or synthesized to mimic chicken taste. It is often highly processed and lacks transparency in its composition. The use of such flavors can mask the absence of real ingredients.

The case against

May contain hidden additives and contribute to excessive sodium intake.

from the analysis of Minute CHICKEN FLAVORED RICE WITH A SAVORY SEASONING BLEND

The case for

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