Rico Bisquits
66
Nutrition Score
Moderate

Rico Bisquits

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Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.
77
Hazard Score
Use with caution
81
Mirella Index
Gourmet
Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)
Ingredients
wheat
wheat  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Cereal grain milled into flour for bread, pasta, and baked goods. Contains gluten.
Oats
Oats  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Whole grain cereal rich in soluble fibre (beta-glucan).
Raisins
Raisins  ·  No known concerns
Dried grapes, eaten as a snack or used in baking and cereals. Naturally high in sugar and fiber.
Apple
Apple  ·  No known concerns
Common tree fruit eaten fresh, dried, or processed into juice and sauce. A source of fiber and vitamin C.
Apricot
Apricot  ·  No known concerns
Apricot fruit, whole/dried/pureed — distinct from apricot kernels.
Peach
Peach  ·  No known concerns
Stone fruit with sweet, juicy flesh, eaten fresh or canned. A source of vitamin C and fiber.
Orange
Orange  ·  No known concerns
Citrus fruit eaten fresh or juiced, well known as a source of vitamin C and natural sugars.
High Fructose Corn Syrup
HFCS  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA, WHO
Refined sweetener. FDA states it is not more dangerous than other sugars; broad scientific consensus finds no meaningful metabolic difference from sucrose. Still a high-glycaemic added sugar linked to obesity/metabolic risk in excess.
Glucose Syrup
GlucSyrup  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Refined sweetener from hydrolysed starch. High glycaemic index; linked to blood sugar spikes.
Sugar (Sucrose)
Sugar  ·  −4 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA
Common refined sugar. High consumption is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and tooth decay.
Wheat Fibre
WheatFibre  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Insoluble dietary fibre from wheat bran/stalks; some processed forms are gluten-free.
Glycerol (Glycerin)
E422  ·  No known concerns
Humectant used to maintain moisture in cakes, protein bars, and chocolates. Generally safe but can cause mild digestive issues in massive doses.
Palm Oil
Palm-Oil  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, EFSA
Widely used vegetable fat. High in saturated fats; linked to cardiovascular risk. Environmental concerns.
Citric Acid
E330  ·  No known concerns
Natural organic acid used as an antioxidant and flavoring. Safe for ingestion.
Pectin
E440  ·  No known concerns
Natural gelling agent from fruit peel. Used in jams, jellies, and fruit-based products. Safe.
Natural Flavouring
NatFlavour  ·  No known concerns
Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
E300  ·  No known concerns
Natural antioxidant vitamin. Used to prevent oxidation in foods and beverages. Safe and beneficial.
Rye
RyeFlour  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Cereal grain containing gluten. Used to make dark rye bread, rich in dietary fiber.
Barley
BarleyFlour  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Gluten-containing grain used in bread, soups, and beer production.
Spelt
SpeltFlour  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Ancient wheat variety containing gluten. Highly nutritious alternative to modern wheat.
Calcium Carbonate
CalciumCarb  ·  No known concerns
Common calcium supplement and anti-caking agent. Found naturally in chalk and limestone.
Potassium Citrate
E332  ·  No known concerns
Salt of citric acid used to regulate acidity and as a preservative in drinks and processed foods.
Magnesium Citrate
E345  ·  No known concerns
Mineral salt of citric acid, acidity regulator/mineral fortificant.
Ferrous Fumarate (Iron Fortificant)
FerrousFumarate  ·  No known concerns
Iron salt used to fortify foods such as flour and cereals against iron-deficiency anemia.
Sodium Carbonates (Baking Soda)
E500  ·  No known concerns
Common raising agent and acidity regulator. Safe at normal food use levels.
Ammonium Carbonates
E503  ·  No known concerns
Raising agent used in biscuits and cookies. Decomposes on heating to produce CO2.
Wheat Malt (Malted Wheat Flour)
WheatMalt  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Flour milled from malted (germinated) wheat; contributes enzymes, colour and flavour to baked goods.
Lecithin
E322  ·  No known concerns
Natural emulsifier often derived from soy or eggs. Completely safe.
DATEM (Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters)
E472e  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA
Emulsifier and dough strengthener used in bread and cakes. Generally safe at permitted levels.
Salt (Sodium Chloride)
Salt  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA
Common table salt used for flavouring and preservation. High intake is linked to hypertension.
Milk Powder (Dried Milk)
MilkPowder  ·  No known concerns
Contains milk
Milk with the water removed, sold as a shelf-stable powder for reconstituting or baking. Contains milk allergen.
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