At a glance
Summary
This elbow macaroni is made primarily from semolina wheat and fortified with essential vitamins and minerals like niacin, iron, and folic acid. The ingredient list is short and free from harmful additives, artificial colors, or flavors, which is a positive aspect. However, as a processed food, it is subject to a processing level cap, preventing it from achieving a higher score despite its clean label.
Key ingredients 6
semolina (wheat)Good
Semolina made from wheat is a primary ingredient in pasta, providing a good source of carbohydrates and energy. It is minimally processed and naturally derived, making it a beneficial component of this product.
niacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about niacin →riboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
See more about riboflavin →ferrous sulfate (iron)Neutral
Ferrous sulfate is used to fortify the product with iron, which is essential for blood health. It is a common additive in enriched foods.
thiamin mononitrateNeutral
Thiamin mononitrate provides vitamin B1, supporting energy metabolism and nervous system health, and is a standard fortification ingredient.
See more about thiamin mononitrate →folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is included to support cell growth and development, especially important during pregnancy, and is a typical fortification component.
See more about folic acid →Processing
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