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Just Right Italian nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScorePoor
15/100
Calories
300
Sugar
6g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (More potent than onion).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ 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 👶⚠️

⚠️ PRESERVATIVE: Hyperactivity (w/ Vit C). (FDA)
⚠️ CARCINOGEN: Possible human carcinogen. (National Toxicology Program)
⚠️ TOXICITY: Animal studies show risks. (CSPI)
⚠️ PROCESSED MEAT: Linked to colorectal cancer. (WHO / IARC)

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Sodium Benzoate

A preservative used in acidic foods like soda and pickles. When mixed with Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), it can form Benzene, a known human carcinogen.

BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole)

A waxy solid preservative used to prevent fats from going rancid. The National Toxicology Program classifies it as 'reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen'.

Mono- and Diglycerides

Emulsifiers that can contain small amounts of trans fats, but loophole laws allow foods containing them to be labeled '0g Trans Fat'.

Moderate Caution

Soybean Oil

A ubiquitous vegetable oil high in Omega-6 fatty acids. Excessive consumption of Omega-6s without balancing Omega-3s can promote systemic inflammation in the body.

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.

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.

DATEM

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

L-Cysteine

A dough conditioner made from human hair or duck feathers. It speeds up industrial baking. It is an amino acid, but the source is... unappetizing.

Full Ingredients List:

high gluten flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), water, parmesan cheese topping (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), microbial rennet, salt, enzymes, wheat gluten, sugar, yeast, dough improver (wheat flour, ascorbic acid, enzymes, mono-diglycerides, datem" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline font-bold" title="Risk: Medium">DATEM, L-cysteine, calcium sulfate, calcium propionate), soybean oil, margarine (liquid soybean oil, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, water, salt, vegetable mono and diglycerides, soy lecithin, sodium benzoate, citric acid, natural and artificial flavor, beta carotene, vitamin A palmitate), provolone cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), genoa salami (pork, beef, salt, dextrose, contains 2% or less of lactic acid starter culture, spices, sodium ascorbate, garlic, lactic acid starter culture, oleoresin of paprika, dehydrated garlic, sodium nitrite, BHA, BHT, citric acid, BHA , BHT with citric acid added to protect flavor)

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 (11.7g)

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 (4.23g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in moderate quantity (5.63g)

Sugars in moderate quantity.

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

Salt in high quantity (2.61g)

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

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Sodium Benzoate
  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Elena Rodriguez

Elena Rodriguez

Health Coach

"Elena focuses on practical nutrition for families."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Just Right Italian 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 15/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Sodium Benzoate. A preservative used in acidic foods like soda and pickles. When mixed with Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), it can form Benzene, a known human carcinogen. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

Nutritional Balance

With only 6g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 15g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Just Right Italian achieves a CakeID Score of 15/100.

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

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 2.6g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Just Right Italian healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 15/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Just Right Italian Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Sodium Benzoate, 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
300
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g15%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 35g13%
Dietary Fiber 2g7%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 15g
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 300 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

30
Run
38
Cycle
75
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.