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Crisps pastry bar, strawberry

Crisps pastry bar, strawberry nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScorePoor
20/100
Calories
400
Sugar
28g
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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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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ TOXICITY: Animal studies show risks. (CSPI)
⚠️ IMMUNE: May harm immune system. (EWG)
Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

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.

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.

BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene)

Often paired with BHA in cereals and snacks. While safer than BHA, studies suggest it may disrupt hormones (endocrine disruptor) and impact thyroid health.

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.

Dextrose

A simple sugar chemically identical to glucose. It absorbs instantly into the bloodstream, causing rapid energy spikes and crashes. Often used as a filler.

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.

DATEM

Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Monoglycerides. A dough conditioner used to strengthen bread structure. Usually derived from GMO soy or palm oil.

Enriched Flour

Refined flour with synthetic vitamins added back in. Acts like pure sugar in the body, spiking insulin.

Invert Sugar

A syrup mixture of glucose and fructose. Retains moisture better than regular sugar but has the same negative metabolic effects.

Full Ingredients List:

enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate [vitamin b1], riboflavin [vitamin b2], folic acid), sugar, fructose, glycerol, vegetable oil (soybean, palm, and palm kernel oil with tbhq for freshness), dextrose, maltodextrin, contains two percent or less of modified corn starch, nonfat dry milk, apple powder, strawberry puree concentrate, reduced mineral whey, invert sugar, cornstarch, soy lecithin, leavening (baking soda, monocalcium phosphate, sodium acid pyrophosphate), salt, datem, cellulose gel, natural and artificial flavor, citric acid, mono - and diglycerides, cellulose gum, sodium citrate, malic acid, color added, sodium alginate, caramel color, xanthan gum, tricalcium phosphate, red #40, vanilla extract, bht for freshness,

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (8g)

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 moderate quantity (4g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (28g)

A high consumption of sugar causes weight gain, tooth decay, and risks of type 2 diabetes. Limit sugary drinks and snacks.

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

Salt in moderate quantity (0.8g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains TBHQ (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone)
  • High Sugar Content

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Crisps pastry bar, strawberry 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 20/100, 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.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 28g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 7 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Crisps pastry bar, strawberry achieves a CakeID Score of 20/100.

Treat Only: Due to the low score, we recommend enjoying this only as an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple.

Health Recommendations

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crisps pastry bar, strawberry healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 20/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Crisps pastry bar, strawberry Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
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
400
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g10%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 80g29%
Dietary Fiber 4g14%
Total Sugars 28g
Protein 4g
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 400 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

40
Run
50
Cycle
100
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Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~7 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.