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tamales chicken and 3 cheese

tamales chicken and 3 cheese nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
65/100
Calories
221
Sugar
1g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ 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? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Maltodextrin

A highly processed white powder from corn or wheat. It has a higher Glycemic Index than table sugar (spiking insulin rapidly) and can suppress good gut bacteria.

Canola Oil

A highly processed industrial oil extracted using hexane solvents, bleached, and deodorized. High in Omega-6s which can promote inflammation if not balanced with Omega-3s.

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:

MASA: [WHOLE COOKED CORN (CORN TREATED WITH LIME WATER), CANOLA OIL, RICE FLOUR, CHICKEN BOUILLON (SALT, SUGAR, CORN STARCH, CHICKEN FAT, DRIED CHICKEN POWDER, BEEF FAT, WATER, ONION POWDER, NATURAL CHICKEN FLAVOR, GARLIC POWDER, NATURAL FLAVOR, CARAMEL COLOR), SALT]. FILLING: [CHICKEN IN RED SAUCE (CHICKEN LEG MEAT, TOMATO, TOMATO SAUCE (TOMATO CONCENTRATE, SALT, CITRIC ACID, RED BELL PEPPER POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORING. SPICE, WATER, ONION, SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, TUNIC EXTRACT, SAUTEED ONION, SUGAR, SALT, YEAST EXTRACT (YEAST EXTRACT AND SALT), CORN OIL, CARROT EXTRACT, CELERY EXTRACT, SPICES, GARLIC POWDER, AND RED VINE), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CANOLA OIL, SALT EN PEPPERS (JALAPENO PEPPERS, WATER, VINEGAR. SAL GARLIC POWDER, SPICES), MOZZARELLA CHEESE STEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYME), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, AND ANNATTO). CONTAINS MILK.

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 moderate quantity (15g)

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 (0.885g)

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

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

Salt in moderate quantity (1.5g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Sugar Free

Cons & Warnings

  • Ultra Processed

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 tamales chicken and 3 cheese 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 Maltodextrin. A highly processed white powder from corn or wheat. It has a higher Glycemic Index than table sugar (spiking insulin rapidly) and can suppress good gut bacteria. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

Nutritional Balance

With only 1g 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, tamales chicken and 3 cheese 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is tamales chicken and 3 cheese 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 tamales chicken and 3 cheese 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
221
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g19%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 17g6%
Dietary Fiber 2g7%
Total Sugars 1g
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

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.