Family & Pet Safety
Not Dog Safe 🐶❌
Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅
Safe for consumption.
Limit for Kids 👶⚠️
Ingredient Decoder
High Risk Additives
Red 3 (Erythrosine)
A cherry-pink dye. The FDA banned it in cosmetics due to thyroid cancer links but still allows it in food (like maraschino cherries and candy).
Moderate Caution
Artificial Flavor
A mixture of chemicals synthesized in a lab to mimic natural tastes. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the specific ingredients used in these proprietary blends.
Maltodextrin
A highly processed white powder from corn or wheat. It has a higher Glycemic Index than table sugar (spiking insulin rapidly) and can suppress good gut bacteria.
Canola Oil
A highly processed industrial oil extracted using hexane solvents, bleached, and deodorized. High in Omega-6s which can promote inflammation if not balanced with Omega-3s.
Caramel Color
The brown color in colas. Class III and IV caramel coloring contain 4-MEI, a chemical byproduct that is a possible human carcinogen.
Disodium Guanylate
Flavor enhancer (E627) often used with MSG. Dangerous for people with gout or kidney stones as it metabolizes into uric acid.
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Diet Compatibility
Vegan
OK
Gluten-Free
OK
Keto
Avoid
What you need to know
Fat in moderate quantity (14.2857g)
Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.
Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
Saturated Fat in low quantity (0g)
Saturated fat in low quantity. Good for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.
Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)
Sugars in low quantity (0g)
Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.
Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
Salt in high quantity (6.5285715g)
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
- ● Sugar Free
Cons & Warnings
- ● Contains Red 3 (Erythrosine)
- ● High Sodium
Processing Level
Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)
Analysis Report
Data-Driven
Elena Rodriguez
Health Coach
"Elena focuses on practical nutrition for families."
Health Integrity Analysis
Is Bacon Flavored Chips 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 55/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.
⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags
The ingredient list reveals the presence of Red 3 (Erythrosine). A cherry-pink dye. The FDA banned it in cosmetics due to thyroid cancer links but still allows it in food (like maraschino cherries and candy). For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.
Sugar & Metabolic Impact
Impressively, this is a Zero Sugar product. This makes it an excellent candidate for Keto diets, diabetics, or anyone looking to reduce caloric intake without sacrificing flavor.
Final Verdict
Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Bacon Flavored Chips achieves a CakeID Score of 55/100.
Health Recommendations
Sodium Watch
Contains 6.5g salt/100g. Drink water.
Muscle Fuel
Great protein source.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 package
Calories
* 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.
Burn It Off
To burn off the 429 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:
Sugar Visualization
1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)
Macros
FDA Check
Passed. No active recalls.
