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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅
Safe for consumption.
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Kid-friendly ingredients.
Ingredient Decoder
Moderate Caution
Palm Oil
A vegetable fat high in saturated fatty acids. Its massive production is a primary driver of deforestation, endangering species like orangutans. Refined palm oil may also contain harmful contaminants.
Sodium Phosphate
Used in processed meats and cheese to maintain moisture. High intake is dangerous for people with kidney issues and can weaken bones by leaching calcium.
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.
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.
Autolyzed Yeast
Yeast cells that have broken themselves down. Another common label for hidden MSG used to boost savory flavor.
Corn Oil
Highly refined oil rich in Omega-6. Usually derived from GMO corn. Promotes inflammation if consumed in excess.
Safflower Oil
Similar to sunflower oil. Industrial processing often involves high heat and chemical solvents.
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Diet Compatibility
Vegan
Avoid
Gluten-Free
Avoid
Keto
Avoid
What you need to know
Fat in moderate quantity (13.3g)
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 (3.57g)
Contains moderate saturated fat.
Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)
Sugars in low quantity (1.02g)
Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.
Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
Salt in moderate quantity (1.22g)
Salt in moderate quantity.
Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction
Health Benefits
- ● Low Sugar
Cons & Warnings
- ● Ultra Processed
Processing Level
Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)
Analysis Report
Data-Driven
Sarah Jenkins, RDN
Registered Dietitian
"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."
Health Integrity Analysis
Is Extra Crunchy Taco Seasoned Beef & Cheese Taquitos 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 60/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.
⚠️ Moderate Caution
While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Palm Oil. A vegetable fat high in saturated fatty acids. Its massive production is a primary driver of deforestation, endangering species like orangutans. Refined palm oil may also contain harmful contaminants. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.
Nutritional Balance
With only 1g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 8g of protein.
Final Verdict
Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Extra Crunchy Taco Seasoned Beef & Cheese Taquitos achieves a CakeID Score of 60/100.
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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 255 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:
Sugar Visualization
1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)
Macros
FDA Check
Passed. No active recalls.
