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Twinkies Banana

Twinkies Banana nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScorePoor
45/100

Banned in EU

Contains Red 40.

Calories
350
Sugar
42g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Dog Friendly? 🐶✅

No specific toxins found.

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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ DYE E102: Behavioral triggers. (EFSA)
Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

Ingredient Decoder

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.

Full Ingredients List:

Farine de _blé_ enrichie [farine, fer, vitamines B (Niacine, mononitrate de thiamine (B1), Riboflavine (B2), acide folique)], eau, sirop de maïs, sucre, sirop de maïs à haute teneur en fructose, matières grasses végétales et / ou animales partiellement hydrogénés (huile de graines de _soja_, huile de graines de coton, huile de colza, graisse de bœuf), dextrose, _œufs_ entiers, amidon de maïs modifié, poudres à lever (Bicarbonate de sodium (E500) phosphates de disodium (E450), phosphates de calcium (E341)), émulsifiants (lécithine de _soja_, mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras (E471), polysorbate 60 (E435)), stéarol-2 lactylate de sodium (E481), glucose, protéines de _lait_, glycérine, huile de graines de _soja_, purée de banane (0,6%), sel, conservateurs : acide sorbique (E200), sorbate de potassium (E202), sulfate de calcium (E226), stabilisants (gomme xanthane (E415), gomme de cellulose (E468), arômes, colorants artificiels (tartrazine (E102), rouge allura (E129).

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 moderate quantity (11g)

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 (5g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (42g)

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

  • 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 Twinkies Banana 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 45/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected 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. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 42g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 11 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, Twinkies Banana achieves a CakeID Score of 45/100.

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 Twinkies Banana healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 45/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Twinkies Banana 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
350
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g14%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 59g21%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 42g
Protein 2g
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 350 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

35
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Cycle
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Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~11 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.