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Organic Cacio E Pepe Puffs

Organic Cacio E Pepe Puffs nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
75/100
Calories
500
Sugar
0gZero Sugar!
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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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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

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:

ORGANIC CORN MEAL, ORGANIC HIGH-OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL, ORGANIC BROWN RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC SEASONING BLEND (ORGANIC TAPIOCA STARCH, SALT, ORGANIC BLACK PEPPER, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, ORGANIC ROMANO CHEESE [ORGANIC MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, MICROBIAL ENZYME], ORGANIC CHEESE BLEND [ORGANIC BUTTERMILK, ORGANIC NONFAT DRY MILK, ORGANIC BUTTER {ORGANIC SWEET CREAM, SALT}, ORGANIC CHEDDAR CHEESE {ORGANIC MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, MICROBIAL ENZYME}, SALT, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID {ACIDIFIER}, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE], ORGANIC NATURAL FLAVORS, ORGANIC ONION POWDER, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID [ACIDULANT], ORGANIC WHITE PEPPER).

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 (30g)

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 (3.3333333333333g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (0g)

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

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

Salt in high quantity (1.9166666666667g)

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

  • Sugar Free

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

CakeID Data Lab

CakeID Data Lab

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"Our algorithms analyze thousands of nutritional labels to find the hidden truths behind your food."

Health Integrity Analysis

Are Organic Cacio E Pepe Puffs healthy? Our data-driven analysis evaluates its ingredient quality, sugar content, and processing level. The final verdict is a score of 75/100. Let's look at the science behind this number.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Sunflower Oil. Often perceived as healthy, but high-oleic versions are better. Standard sunflower oil is very high in inflammatory Omega-6s. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

Sugar & Metabolic Impact

Impressively, this is a Zero Sugar product. This makes it an excellent candidate for Keto diets, diabetics, or anyone looking to reduce caloric intake without sacrificing flavor.

Keto & Diet Matchmaker

For those following a strict Keto diet, Organic Cacio E Pepe Puffs is highly problematic. A standard Keto diet restricts carbs to about 20g per day. Just 100g of this product contains 53g of carbohydrates, which instantly consumes roughly 265% of your entire daily allowance.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Organic Cacio E Pepe Puffs achieves a CakeID Score of 75/100.

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 1.9g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Organic Cacio E Pepe Puffs healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 75/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Organic Cacio E Pepe Puffs 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
500
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30g38%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 53g19%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 0g
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.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 500 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

50
Run
63
Cycle
125
Walk

Sugar Visualization

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.