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Amaranth Churritos Chipotle & Himalayan Salt

Amaranth Churritos Chipotle & Himalayan Salt nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScoreExcellent
85/100
Calories
432
Sugar
2g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Sesame

Recently added as the 9th Major Allergen in the US. Sesame is often hidden in 'natural flavors' or spice blends, making it dangerous for allergic individuals.

Full Ingredients List:

whole grain corn flour, organic amaranth seeds, chickpea flour, water, olive oil, sesame seeds, prickly pear flour, Himalayan salt, lime juice powder, chipotle chile, citric acid

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

OK

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in high quantity (25.7g)

A high consumption of fat can raise cholesterol and increase heart disease risk. Limit consumption.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (2.86g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (1.79g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (1.53g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Amaranth Churritos Chipotle & Himalayan Salt truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 85/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Sesame. Recently added as the 9th Major Allergen in the US. Sesame is often hidden in 'natural flavors' or spice blends, making it dangerous for allergic individuals. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

Nutritional Balance

With only 2g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 11g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Amaranth Churritos Chipotle & Himalayan Salt achieves a CakeID Score of 85/100.

Highly Recommended: This is a top-tier choice that balances convenience with excellent nutritional value.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 1.5g salt/100g. Drink water.

Gut Health

Good fiber content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amaranth Churritos Chipotle & Himalayan Salt healthy?
Yes. With a score of 85/100, Amaranth Churritos Chipotle & Himalayan Salt is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Amaranth Churritos Chipotle & Himalayan Salt Vegan?
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
432
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26g33%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 45g16%
Dietary Fiber 11g39%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 11g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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Cycle
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Sugar Visualization

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.