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Sweet whole pickles

Sweet whole pickles nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScorePoor
40/100
Calories
143
Sugar
36g
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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 👶⚠️

Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Polysorbate 80

An emulsifier used in ice cream to keep it creamy. Studies suggest it may disrupt the protective mucus layer of the gut, potentially leading to leaky gut and inflammation.

Full Ingredients List:

Cucumbers, sugar, water, distilled vinegar, salt, acetic acid, calcium chloride, alum, polysorbate 80, natural spice flavors.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

OK

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

Avoid

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 high quantity (35.71g)

A high consumption of sugar causes weight gain, tooth decay, and risks of type 2 diabetes. Limit sugary drinks and snacks.

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

Salt in high quantity (1.965g)

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

  • Clean Ingredients

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sugar Content
  • 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 Sweet whole pickles 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 40/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Polysorbate 80. An emulsifier used in ice cream to keep it creamy. Studies suggest it may disrupt the protective mucus layer of the gut, potentially leading to leaky gut and inflammation. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 36g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 9 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Sweet whole pickles achieves a CakeID Score of 40/100.

Treat Only: Due to the low score, we recommend enjoying this only as an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 2.0g salt/100g. Drink water.

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweet whole pickles healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 40/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Sweet whole pickles Vegan?
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
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
143
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 36g13%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 36g
Protein 0g
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 143 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

14
Run
18
Cycle
36
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Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~9 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.