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Soy Sauce

Soy Sauce nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScoreModerate
70/100
Calories
69
Sugar
1g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ 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)

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.

Full Ingredients List:

WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT, LACTIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE: LESS THAN 1/10 OF 1% AS A PRESERVATIVE

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

OK

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

OK

What you need to know

Fat in low quantity (0g)

This product contains a low amount of fat. A healthy choice for your heart.

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

Saturated Fat in low quantity (0g)

Saturated fat in low quantity. Good for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (1.1g)

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

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

Salt in high quantity (9.435g)

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
  • Clean Ingredients

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Sodium Benzoate
  • 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 Soy Sauce 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 70/100, 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 1g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 9g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Soy Sauce achieves a CakeID Score of 70/100.

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 9.4g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Soy Sauce healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 70/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Soy Sauce Vegan?
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
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
69
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 4000mg174%
Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 9g
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 69 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

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Cycle
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Sugar Visualization

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.