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Tropical Trail Mix

Tropical Trail Mix nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScorePoor
20/100

Banned in EU

Contains Yellow 5.

Calories
667
Sugar
53g
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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 👶⚠️

⚠️ DYE E102: Behavioral triggers & Allergies. (EFSA / CSPI)
⚠️ DYE E110: Linked to adrenal tumors in animals. (CSPI)
Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Peanut

One of the Top 9 Major Allergens. Peanut allergies are among the most severe and life-threatening, often requiring those affected to carry an EpiPen at all times.

Sulfur Dioxide

Used to bleach flour and preserve dried fruits. It destroys Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) in foods and poses significant risks to those with asthma.

Moderate Caution

Yellow 5 (Tartrazine)

A synthetic lemon-yellow azo dye derived from coal tar. It is known to cause allergic reactions (like hives) in people with aspirin intolerance and has been linked to behavioral changes in children.

Yellow 6 (Sunset Yellow)

A synthetic food dye used in cheese, candy, and soda. Some animal studies have linked it to adrenal tumors, though the FDA currently deems it safe for consumption.

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.

Sunflower Oil

Often perceived as healthy, but high-oleic versions are better. Standard sunflower oil is very high in inflammatory Omega-6s.

Full Ingredients List:

dried pitted dates diced (dates, dextrose and oat flour or rice flour coating), papaya (papaya, sugar, sulfur dioxide, FD, C yellow 6, yellow 5), raw shelled sunflower seeds, apricots (apricots, rice flour, sulfur dioxide), unsweetened coconut chips (coconut, sulfur dioxide), walnuts, golden raisins (golden raisins, non hydrogenated sunflower oil, sulfur dioxide), banana chips (banana, coconut oil, sugar), raisins (black raisins, vegetable oil and/or sunflower oil), peanuts (peanuts, sunflower oil, peanut oil, salt), pineapple core (pineapple, sugar, citric acid, sulfur dioxide)

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 high quantity (33.3g)

A high consumption of fat can raise cholesterol and increase heart disease risk. Limit consumption.

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

Saturated Fat in high quantity (10g)

High consumption of saturated fats increases the risk of heart diseases. Choose products with lower content.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (53.3g)

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 moderate quantity (1g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Peanut
  • High Sugar Content

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 Tropical Trail Mix 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 20/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Peanut. One of the Top 9 Major Allergens. Peanut allergies are among the most severe and life-threatening, often requiring those affected to carry an EpiPen at all times. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 53g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 13 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, Tropical Trail Mix achieves a CakeID Score of 20/100.

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

Health Recommendations

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tropical Trail Mix healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 20/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Tropical Trail Mix Vegan?
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Peanut, 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
667
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 33g42%
Saturated Fat 10g50%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 77g28%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 53g
Protein 13g
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 667 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

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Cycle
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Sugar Visualization

+1 more

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~13 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.