How we scored this
PureScore is the stored composite of ingredient safety (40%), formulation quality (30%), contaminant risk (20%) and label transparency (10%). This label matched 17 of 17 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Crunchy Granola Raisin Bran Cereal
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Flagged concerns
CANOLA OIL MALTODEXTRIN
Industrial seed oil; very high omega-6; hexane-extracted and heavily refined; promotes inflammatory imbalance.
CORN SYRUP
Pure glucose; spikes blood sugar; contributes to metabolic disorders.
NATURAL FLAVOR
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
CARAMEL COLOR
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
SUGAR
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
Full ingredient list
WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT, SUGAR, RAISINS, RICE, WHEAT BRAN, WHOLE GRAIN OATS, MOLASSES, GLYCERIN, CORN SYRUP, SALT, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT, OAT FLOUR, CANOLA OIL. MALTODEXTRIN, CINNAMON, NATURAL FLAVOR, CARAMEL COLOR, VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO PRESERVE
Ingredient analysis
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