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Onion Rings nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
65/100
Calories
1
Sugar
4g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (Red blood cell damage).
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 👶⚠️

⚠️ SENSITIVITY: Headaches in sensitive kids. (FDA)

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

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.

Disodium Guanylate

Flavor enhancer (E627) often used with MSG. Dangerous for people with gout or kidney stones as it metabolizes into uric acid.

Sunflower Oil

Often perceived as healthy, but high-oleic versions are better. Standard sunflower oil is very high in inflammatory Omega-6s.

Full Ingredients List:

CORN GRITS, VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA, SAFFLOWER AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), ONION RING SEASONING (ONION POWDER, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SUGAR, DEHYDRATED ONION, SALT, BROWN SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, TOMATO POWDER, CARAMEL COLOR, BUTTER POWDER [SWEET CREAM, SALT, NONFAT MILK SOLIDS], DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, CITRIC ACID, I SUCRALOSE, PAPRIKA EXTRACT [COLOR]), NATURAL IFLAVORS, CALCIUM CARBONATE, ROSEMARY EXTRACT (FOR FRESHNESS)

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in high quantity (32.1g)

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 (1.79g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (3.57g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

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

Salt in high quantity (1340g)

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)

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 Onion Rings 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 65/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected 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. 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 7g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Onion Rings achieves a CakeID Score of 65/100.

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

Sodium Watch

Contains 1340.0g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Onion Rings healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 65/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Onion Rings Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
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
1
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 32g41%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 536000mg23304%
Total Carbohydrate 61g22%
Dietary Fiber 4g14%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 7g
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.

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Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.