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Famous amos, chocolate chip bite size cookies nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'whey'

Health ScoreModerate
55/100
Calories
517
Sugar
31g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe šŸ¶āŒ

āŒ TOXIC: Theobromine causes heart failure.
Ref: ASPCA
āŒ TOXIC: High Theobromine content.
Ref: ASPCA
āš ļø SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? šŸ¤°āœ…

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids šŸ‘¶āš ļø

āš ļø 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.

Full Ingredients List:

Enrich flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate [vitamin b1], riboflavin [vitamin b2], folic acid), semisweet chocolate (sugar, chocolate, cocoa butter, soy lecithin, natural flavor), sugar, vegetable oil (soybean, palm, and palm kernel oil with tbhq for freshness), contains two percent or less of molasses, salt, eggs, baking soda, natural and artificial flavor, whey protein concentrate.

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 high quantity (24.14g)

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 high quantity (10.34g)

High consumption of saturated fats increases the risk of heart diseases. Choose products with lower content.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (31.03g)

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 (0.905g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • ā— Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • ā— Contains TBHQ (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone)
  • ā— 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 Famous amos, chocolate chip bite size cookies 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.

āš ļø 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 31g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 8 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, Famous amos, chocolate chip bite size cookies achieves a CakeID Score of 55/100.

Consume in Moderation: It's not a health hazard, but it shouldn't be a staple in your daily diet due to its processing level or nutritional density.

Health Recommendations

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Famous amos, chocolate chip bite size cookies healthy? ā–¼
It depends on your goals. With a score of 55/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Famous amos, chocolate chip bite size cookies Vegan? ā–¼
No. Contains 'whey'.
Does it contain harmful additives? ā–¼
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
517
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 24g31%
Saturated Fat 10g50%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 69g25%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 3g
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 517 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

52
Run
65
Cycle
129
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ā‰ˆ 4g sugar (Contains ~8 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.