At a glance
Summary
The Bison Hot Dogs contain high-quality ingredients like bison, oat flour, and various spices, which contribute to their nutritional value. However, the presence of dextrose and turbinado sugar, along with the processed nature of the product, slightly detracts from its overall healthiness. Despite being processed, the ingredient list is relatively clean, which helps maintain a moderate score.
Key ingredients 19
BisonGood
Bison is a lean source of high-quality protein and provides essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient in the product.
Oat FlourGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Oat Flour →Sea SaltGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Sea Salt →Raw HoneyGood
Raw honey is a natural sweetener that contains antioxidants and has been valued for its potential health benefits.
See more about Raw Honey →Black PepperGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Black Pepper →Garlic PowderGood
Concentrated whole-food seasoning.
See more about Garlic Powder →SpicesGood
Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.
See more about Spices →WaterNeutral
Water is a basic component that helps in maintaining moisture and texture in the product without adding any nutritional value.
See more about Water →SaltNeutral
Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive intake can be a concern, hence its neutral classification.
See more about Salt →Onion PowderNeutral
Onion powder adds flavor and some nutrients, but overall it is neutral in health impact.
See more about Onion Powder →SpiceNeutral
Spices are used for flavoring and can have health benefits, but as a general category, they are neutral.
See more about Spice →Ground MustardNeutral
Ground mustard adds flavor and some nutrients, but is generally neutral in health impact.
Ground AllspiceNeutral
Allspice is used for flavoring and may have some health benefits, but overall it is neutral.
CorianderNeutral
Coriander adds flavor and nutrients, with a neutral impact on health.
See more about Coriander →NutmegNeutral
Nutmeg is used for flavoring and has some health properties, but overall it is neutral.
See more about Nutmeg →Potato StarchNeutral
Potato starch is a carbohydrate used as a thickener, with a neutral health impact.
See more about Potato Starch →VinegarNeutral
Vinegar is used for flavor and preservation, generally neutral in health effects.
See more about Vinegar →DextroseBad
Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to increased calorie content and blood sugar spikes, which is why it is considered less healthy.
See more about Dextrose →Turbinado SugarBad
Turbinado sugar is a refined sugar that can contribute to increased calorie intake and blood sugar levels, making it less healthy.
Processing
Processed Foods
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