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Safe for consumption.
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Ingredient Decoder
Moderate Caution
Canola Oil
A highly processed industrial oil extracted using hexane solvents, bleached, and deodorized. High in Omega-6s which can promote inflammation if not balanced with Omega-3s.
DATEM
Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Monoglycerides. A dough conditioner used to strengthen bread structure. Usually derived from GMO soy or palm oil.
Sunflower Oil
Often perceived as healthy, but high-oleic versions are better. Standard sunflower oil is very high in inflammatory Omega-6s.
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Diet Compatibility
Vegan
Avoid
Gluten-Free
OK
Keto
OK
What you need to know
Fat in high quantity (20.83g)
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 (2.08g)
Contains moderate saturated fat.
Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)
Sugars in low quantity (4.17g)
Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.
Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
Salt in high quantity (2.1167g)
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
- ● Low Sugar
Cons & Warnings
- ● High Sodium
Processing Level
Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)
Analysis Report
Data-Driven
Dr. Mark Chen, PhD
Food Scientist
"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."
Health Integrity Analysis
Is Lays Smooth Ranch Dip 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.
⚠️ Moderate Caution
While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Canola Oil. A highly processed industrial oil extracted using hexane solvents, bleached, and deodorized. High in Omega-6s which can promote inflammation if not balanced with Omega-3s. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.
Nutritional Balance
With only 4g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 4g of protein.
Final Verdict
Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Lays Smooth Ranch Dip achieves a CakeID Score of 55/100.
Health Recommendations
Sodium Watch
Contains 2.1g salt/100g. Drink water.
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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 250 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:
Sugar Visualization
1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)
Macros
FDA Check
Passed. No active recalls.
