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Tonkotsu Ramen

Tonkotsu Ramen nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'egg'

Health ScorePoor
30/100
Calories
153
Sugar
1g
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Family & Pet Safety

🚫

Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

☠️ FATAL: Respiratory failure.
Ref: Pet Poison Helpline
⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (More potent than onion).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Caution 🤰⚠️

🚫 BANNED: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
Ref: Surgeon General
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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ PRESERVATIVE: Hyperactivity (w/ Vit C). (FDA)
🚫 ZERO TOLERANCE: Developmental damage. (CDC)
⚠️ HFCS: Driver of childhood obesity. (CDC)
⚠️ SENSITIVITY: Headaches in sensitive kids. (FDA)

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

High Fructose Corn Syrup

An industrial liquid sweetener made from corn starch. It is chemically different from table sugar and is strongly linked to the obesity epidemic, fatty liver disease, and insulin resistance.

Corn Syrup

A liquid sweetener consisting of essentially pure glucose. It causes rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, contributing to energy crashes and long-term metabolic issues.

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.

Moderate Caution

Dextrose

A simple sugar chemically identical to glucose. It absorbs instantly into the bloodstream, causing rapid energy spikes and crashes. Often used as a filler.

Enriched Flour

Refined flour with synthetic vitamins added back in. Acts like pure sugar in the body, spiking insulin.

Full Ingredients List:

COOKED RAMEN NOODLES (WATER, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: EGG WHITES [EGG WHITES, SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE), SALT, POTASSIUM CARBONATE, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, SODIUM CARBONATE). WATER, COOKED KATAROSU PORK (PORK, SOY SAUCE [WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), SUGAR, MIRIN SEASONING [HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WATER, SUGAR, SAKE (WATER, RICE, KOJI (ASPERGILLUS ORYZAED) YEAST EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID), SOY SAUCE (WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL GREEN ONIONS, PORK SKIN, PORK FAT, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SWEET COOKING RICE WINE (WATER, MIRIN (WATER, RICE, ALCOHOL, SALT, ENZYME, KOJI (ASPERGILLUS ORYZAE) DEXTROSE. CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, LACTIC ACID, SUCCINIC ACIDL SALT, GELATIN, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SUGAR DRIED WOODEAR MUSHROOMS, GARLIC, SPICES CONTAINS: WHEAT, EGG, SOY. 8% 6% 6% 8% 4% mg 0% mg 4% nent i

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 (5.88g)

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 (1.96g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (1.18g)

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

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

Salt in high quantity (1.72g)

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

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains High Fructose Corn Syrup
  • High Sodium

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 Tonkotsu Ramen 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 30/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of High Fructose Corn Syrup. An industrial liquid sweetener made from corn starch. It is chemically different from table sugar and is strongly linked to the obesity epidemic, fatty liver disease, and insulin resistance. 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 6g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Tonkotsu Ramen achieves a CakeID Score of 30/100.

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 1.7g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tonkotsu Ramen healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 30/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Tonkotsu Ramen Vegan?
No. Contains 'egg'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains High Fructose Corn Syrup, 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
153
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g8%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 18g7%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 6g
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.