28

Nutrition Score

Poor

Contrella Gingerbread

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

59

Hazard Score

Use with caution

67

Mirella Index

Everyday

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

Ingredients

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 · No known concerns

Contains cereals containing gluten

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.

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.

E420 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Can have a laxative effect in large amounts.

Cocoa Mass (Liquor)

CocoaMass · No known concerns

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

Apricot Kernels

Apricot Kernels · −3 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA

Kernels from apricot stones; contain amygdalin (a cyanogenic glycoside) — EFSA has set intake guidance limiting consumption.

CocoaButter · No known concerns

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

Fig · No known concerns

Dried fig fruit, used whole or chopped in baked goods.

potato starch · No known concerns

Orange · No known concerns

Apricot · No known concerns

Apricot fruit, whole/dried/pureed — distinct from apricot kernels.

Semolina · No known concerns

Contains cereals containing gluten

Coarse wheat middlings; contains gluten.

Spices · No known concerns

Cinnamon · No known concerns

Aromatic bark spice.

Egg · No known concerns

Whole egg. A major allergen.

Apple · No known concerns

Caramel Sugar Syrup

Caramel Sugar Syrup · No known concerns

Caramelised sugar syrup used as a sweetener/flavour component, distinct from E150 caramel colourants.

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

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

InvertSugar · −8 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Hydrolysed sucrose syrup used in confectionery.

AppleExtract · No known concerns

Glucose (Dextrose)

Glucose · −3 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Simple sugar used as a sweetener, energy source, and in food processing. High GI.

GlucSyrup · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Refined sweetener from hydrolysed starch. High glycaemic index; linked to blood sugar spikes.

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.

Sodium Carbonates (Baking Soda)

E500 · No known concerns

Common raising agent and acidity regulator. Safe at normal food use levels.

sunflower oil · No known concerns

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.

Acacia Gum (Gum Arabic)

E414 · No known concerns

Natural hardened sap harvested from Acacia trees. Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in high-end sweets and sodas. High in soluble prebiotic fiber.

Milk Fat (Butterfat)

MilkFat · No known concerns

Natural fat present in milk and dairy products. Essential for traditional butter and rich textures.

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.

BrownSugar · −4 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA

Sucrose sugar with a distinctive brown color due to the presence of molasses.

E322 · No known concerns

Natural emulsifier often derived from soy or eggs. Completely safe.

Potassium Citrate

E332 · No known concerns

Acidity regulator.

Whole Milk Powder

WholeMilkPow · No known concerns

Dehydrated whole cow's milk. Contains lactose and casein; allergen for milk-sensitive individuals.

Chocolate · −3 pts

Moderate health concern

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