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Zesty Italian Dressing nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScoreModerate
55/100
Calories
194
Sugar
6g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐢❌

⚠️ 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? πŸ€°βœ…

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly πŸ‘Άβœ…

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

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.

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.

Full Ingredients List:

Vinegar, Water, Blend Of Vegetable Oils (Soybean Oil, Canola Oil), Sugar, Salt, Garlic, Contains Less Than 2% Of Red Bell Peppers, Onions, Xanthan Gum, Spice, Oleoresin Paprika (Color), Potassium Sorbate And Calcium Disodium EDTA (To Protect Flavor)

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 (14.5g)

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 moderate quantity (1.61g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in moderate quantity (6.45g)

Sugars in moderate quantity.

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

Salt in high quantity (2.42g)

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

  • ● Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • ● High Sodium

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 Zesty Italian Dressing 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 55/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

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

Nutritional Balance

With only 6g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 0g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Zesty Italian Dressing achieves a CakeID Score of 55/100.

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.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 2.4g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zesty Italian Dressing healthy? β–Ό
It depends on your goals. With a score of 55/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Zesty Italian Dressing Vegan? β–Ό
Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.
Are there artificial additives? β–Ό
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
194
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g19%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 10g4%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 0g
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 194 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

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Cycle
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Sugar Visualization

1 cube β‰ˆ 4g sugar (Contains ~2 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.