39

Nutrition Score

Poor

Jaffa Cake sour cherry

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Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.

69

Hazard Score

Use with caution

54

Mirella Index

Everyday

Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)

Ingredients

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.

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.

Chocolate · −3 pts

Moderate health concern

Cocoa Mass (Liquor)

CocoaMass · No known concerns

Pure ground cocoa beans. The foundational component of high-quality dark chocolate. Rich in polyphenols.

CocoaButter · No known concerns

Natural fat from cocoa beans. Rich in stearic acid; neutral effect on LDL cholesterol.

Palm-Oil · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: WHO, EFSA

Widely used vegetable fat. High in saturated fats; linked to cardiovascular risk. Environmental concerns.

SheaButter · No known concerns

Plant fat used in chocolate (CBE).

SoyLecithin · No known concerns

Contains soybeans

Emulsifier derived from soybean oil. Widely used in chocolate and baked goods. Generally safe.

Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR)

E476 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Emulsifier in chocolate used to reduce viscosity and replace cocoa butter. Generally safe.

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).

wheat · No known concerns

Contains cereals containing gluten

Egg · No known concerns

Whole egg. A major allergen.

Water · No known concerns

The most common ingredient in processed foods.

potato starch · No known concerns

Sour Cherry · No known concerns

Sour/tart cherry fruit.

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.

Canola Oil (Rapeseed)

CanolaOil · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA

Vegetable oil derived from a variety of rapeseed. Low in saturated fat, high in monounsaturated fats.

E440 · No known concerns

Natural gelling agent from fruit peel. Used in jams, jellies, and fruit-based products. Safe.

E330 · No known concerns

Natural organic acid used as an antioxidant and flavoring. Safe for ingestion.

E296 · No known concerns

Natural acid found in apples and pears. Used as acidity regulator and flavour enhancer.

E331 · No known concerns

Acidity regulator and emulsifying salt.

Carmine (Cochineal extract)

E120 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA

Natural red food coloring derived from crushed insects. Used in strawberry yogurts, sweets, and meats. Known allergen; can trigger asthma or anaphylaxis.

E160a · No known concerns

Natural orange-yellow pigment found in carrots. Acts as a precursor to vitamin A; generally safe.

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.

Ammonium Carbonates

E503 · No known concerns

Raising agent used in biscuits and cookies. Decomposes on heating to produce CO2.

Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids

E471 · −3 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Common emulsifiers derived from fats. May contain trans fats. Used in bread, margarine, and ice cream.

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