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Tonkotsu ramen

Tonkotsu ramen nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'lactose'

Health ScoreModerate
50/100
Calories
397
Sugar
0gZero Sugar!
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

☠️ FATAL: Respiratory failure.
Ref: Pet Poison Helpline
⚠️ 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 Caution 🤰⚠️

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

🚫 ZERO TOLERANCE: Developmental damage. (CDC)

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Tree Nuts

One of the Top 9 Major Allergens (includes Almonds, Walnuts, Cashews). Cross-contamination is common in processing facilities.

Mono- and Diglycerides

Emulsifiers that can contain small amounts of trans fats, but loophole laws allow foods containing them to be labeled '0g Trans Fat'.

Moderate Caution

Soybean Oil

A ubiquitous vegetable oil high in Omega-6 fatty acids. Excessive consumption of Omega-6s without balancing Omega-3s can promote systemic inflammation in the body.

Sesame

Recently added as the 9th Major Allergen in the US. Sesame is often hidden in 'natural flavors' or spice blends, making it dangerous for allergic individuals.

Sodium Phosphate

Used in processed meats and cheese to maintain moisture. High intake is dangerous for people with kidney issues and can weaken bones by leaching calcium.

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.

Disodium Guanylate

Flavor enhancer (E627) often used with MSG. Dangerous for people with gout or kidney stones as it metabolizes into uric acid.

Full Ingredients List:

RAMEN NOODLES (WHEAT FLOUR, SHORTENING OIL, TAPIOCA STARCH, POTATO STARCH, SALT, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, SODIUM HYDROGEN CARBONATE, MIXED TOCOPHEROL, GUAR GUM, RIBOFLAVIN), SOUP SAUCE (WATER, NON-DAIRY CREAMER (GLUCOSE OR LACTOSE SYRUP, COCONUT OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, CASEINATE, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS, SODIUM POLYPHOSPHATE, SILICON DIOXIDE AND BETA CAROTENE), SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, SUGAR, SHALLOT AND GARLIC, SOY SAUCE POWDER (SOY SAUCE SOYBEAN, SALT AND ALCOHOL), DEXTRIN, SALT), SEASONINGS (SHALLOT, GARLIC, ONION AND WHITE RADISH), YEAST EXTRACT, GLUCOSE, SESAME OIL, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, ARTIFICIAL MEAT FLAVOR (NATURAL IDENTICAL FLAVORING, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, INOSINATE GUANYLATE, MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, CITRIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID), ARTIFICIAL MEAT STEW FLAVOR (TRIGLYCERIDE, TRIACETIN, NATURAL IDENTICAL FLAVORING), MUSHROOM, SODIUM LACTATE, SODIUM ACETATE, ARTIFICIAL CHICKEN FLAVOR (VEGETABLE OIL, TRIGLYCERIDE, NATURAL IDENTICAL FLAVORING, TOCOPHEROL), ARTIFICIAL FRIED SHALLOT FLAVOR, CARAMEL POWDER, XANTHAN GUM, VEGETABLE (CORN, CARROT, GREEN ONION, SESAME, CHILI OIL PACK (SOYBEAN OIL, CHILI OIL, AND GINGER) _SOY_, _WHEAT_, _DAIRY_, _SESAME_, _TREE NUT_ (_COCONUT_)

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 (17.5g)

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 low quantity (0g)

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

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (0g)

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

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

Salt in moderate quantity (1.42g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Sugar Free

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Tree Nuts

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 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 50/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Tree Nuts. One of the Top 9 Major Allergens (includes Almonds, Walnuts, Cashews). Cross-contamination is common in processing facilities. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

Sugar & Metabolic Impact

Impressively, this is a Zero Sugar product. This makes it an excellent candidate for Keto diets, diabetics, or anyone looking to reduce caloric intake without sacrificing flavor.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Tonkotsu ramen achieves a CakeID Score of 50/100.

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 Tonkotsu ramen healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 50/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Tonkotsu ramen Vegan?
No. Contains 'lactose'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Tree Nuts, 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
397
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g23%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 51g19%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 0g
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.