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Summary
The Kalamata Olive Bloomer is a processed bread product with a relatively clean ingredient list. It includes beneficial ingredients like Kalamata olives, rye flour, and wholemeal wheat flour, which contribute to its nutritional value. However, the presence of multiple types of flour and the processing level limit its score, despite the absence of harmful additives or seed oils.
Key ingredients 22
Extra Virgin Olive OilVery Good
High-quality cold-pressed oil rich in polyphenols and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
See more about Extra Virgin Olive Oil →IronGood
Essential dietary mineral added to support healthy blood and oxygen transport.
See more about Iron →NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Niacin →Kalamata OlivesGood
Whole food ingredient rich in healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.
OliveGood
Provides healthy fats and natural plant compounds.
Wholemeal Wheat FlourGood
Unrefined whole grain flour providing valuable fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Wholemeal Rye FlourGood
Nutrient-dense whole grain flour offering beneficial dietary fiber.
OreganoGood
Herbal seasoning rich in natural antioxidants.
See more about Oregano →Ascorbic AcidGood
Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.
See more about Ascorbic Acid →Starter CultureGood
Traditional live culture used for fermentation, enhancing digestibility and flavor.
See more about Starter Culture →Calcium CarbonateNeutral
Added as a mineral nutrient for flour fortification.
See more about Calcium Carbonate →Folic AcidNeutral
Synthetic form of vitamin B9 used for fortification.
See more about Folic Acid →ThiaminNeutral
Vitamin B1 added to support energy metabolism.
See more about Thiamin →WaterNeutral
Essential hydrator and dough mixing medium.
See more about Water →SaltNeutral
Used for seasoning and dough structure control.
See more about Salt →Red Wine VinegarNeutral
Traditional fermented condiment used for flavor enhancement.
Rye FlourNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Rye Flour →Rice FlourNeutral
Gluten-free flour used for texture and dusting.
See more about Rice Flour →Pregelatinised Wheat FlourNeutral
Pre-cooked flour used to improve moisture retention and texture in baking.
YeastNeutral
Natural leavening agent used to make the bread rise.
See more about Yeast →Deactivated YeastNeutral
Inactive yeast used as a dough conditioner and natural flavor enhancer.
Wheat FlourBad
Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.
See more about Wheat Flour →Processing
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