Wellsley Farms
Wellsley Farms

Quinoa

Quinoa nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreExcellent
95/100
Calories
168
Sugar
4g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐢❌

❌ TOXIC: Acute kidney failure.
Ref: AKC
⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (Red blood cell damage).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ 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? πŸ€°βœ…

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly πŸ‘Άβœ…

Kid-friendly ingredients.

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.

Corn Oil

Highly refined oil rich in Omega-6. Usually derived from GMO corn. Promotes inflammation if consumed in excess.

Full Ingredients List:

Cooked quinoa, rice, and bean mix (water, red quinoa, white quinoa, long grain rice, brown rice, red rice, wild rice [enriched with iron, niacin, thiamine, mononitrate, folic acid], black bean, red bean, butter (pasteurized cream, salt), onion, vegetable base [carrots, celery, onion, tomato paste, corn oil, yeast extract, potato flour, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, flavoring]), crimini mushrooms, kale, soy flour, onion, red peppers, yellow peppers, romano cheese (pasteurized cow's milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), smoked mozzarella cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), contains 2% or less of chia seed, butter (pasteurized cream, salt), egg (egg, citric acid, water), parmesan cheese (pasteurized cow's milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), garlic, chick pea flour, whey protein, water, spices, sea salt, soy sauce (water, wheat, soybeans, salt), chianti wine (wine, salt), rice starch, balsamic vinegar (wine vinegar, concentrated cooked grape must, caramel color), brown sugar.

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 (5.31g)

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 (2.65g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (3.54g)

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

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

Salt in moderate quantity (0.8542g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar

Cons & Warnings

  • ● Ultra Processed

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Quinoa 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 95/100, 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 12g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Quinoa achieves a CakeID Score of 95/100.

Highly Recommended: This is a top-tier choice that balances convenience with excellent nutritional value.

Health Recommendations

Gut Health

Good fiber content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quinoa healthy? β–Ό
Yes. With a score of 95/100, Quinoa is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Quinoa Vegan? β–Ό
No. Contains 'milk'.
Are there artificial additives? β–Ό
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
168
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
Dietary Fiber 5g18%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 12g
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 168 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

17
Run
21
Cycle
42
Walk

Sugar Visualization

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

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.