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Bel Ara
Bel Ara

Bel Ara

Bel Ara nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScoreExcellent
80/100
Calories
460
Sugar
4g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Dog Friendly? 🐶✅

No specific toxins found.

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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ IMMUNE: May harm immune system. (EWG)

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

TBHQ (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone)

A petroleum-based preservative found in crackers and nuggets. High doses have been linked to stomach tumors and DNA damage in animal studies.

Full Ingredients List:

Harina de maíz nixtamalizada, aceite vegetal (contiene TBHQ), harina de chicharo 9%, almidón modificado, semilla de ajonjolí, semilla de linaza, semilla de girasol, amaranto, semilla de quinoa, sazonador para botanas, arroz inflado, cilantro deshidratado, limón en polvo y sal de mar yodada. Puede contener: Trazas de cacahuate, almendra, nueces, lácteos, soya y gluten.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

OK

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

OK

What you need to know

Fat in high quantity (24g)

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 (3g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (4g)

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

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

Salt in high quantity (1.95g)

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

  • Contains TBHQ (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone)
  • 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 Bel Ara 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 80/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of TBHQ (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone). A petroleum-based preservative found in crackers and nuggets. High doses have been linked to stomach tumors and DNA damage in animal studies. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

Nutritional Balance

With only 4g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 12g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Bel Ara achieves a CakeID Score of 80/100.

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

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 1.9g salt/100g. Drink water.

Gut Health

Good fiber content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bel Ara healthy?
Yes. With a score of 80/100, Bel Ara is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Bel Ara Vegan?
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains TBHQ (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone), which is flagged in our database.
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
460
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 24g31%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 0g0%
Dietary Fiber 9g32%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 12g
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.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 460 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

46
Run
58
Cycle
115
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.