
GENERAL MILLS SALES INC.
Label Serving
242 g
Barcode
00041196101935
Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026
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TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Good
Mostly positive nutritional profile
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
6.5/10
Health Score
Low
Concern Index
Calculation Pillars:
How we calculate this →Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (242 g) — the label's %RDA
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
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18 / 26 researched · AI analyzing 8 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
CHICKEN BROTH, BROCCOLI, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES)*, SOYBEAN OIL. CONTAINS LESS THAN 1% OF: CREAM CHEESE (MILK, CREAM, SALT, CAROB BEAN GUM, CHEESE CULTURES), CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES)*, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, WHEY, BUTTERMILK, GARLIC POWDER, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, WHEY*, ONION POWDER, CITRIC ACID, CHICKEN FAT, DATEM, MALTODEXTRIN, SPICE, CREAM*, EGG YOLK, COLOR (ANNATTO EXTRACT, PAPRIKA EXTRACT), NONFAT MILK*, YEAST EXTRACT, SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE).*DRIED
Contains allergens: Food Starch-Modified, Cheddar Cheese, Whey, Whey Protein Concentrate, Cream, Nonfat Milk
Chicken Broth
Flavour enhancer and base liquid
Food Starch-Modified
INS 1400-1450 RANGE
LowAllergenThickening agent, stabilizer, emulsifier, and texturizer in processed foods.
Broccoli
Cheddar Cheese
flavor, texture, emulsifier, and nutrient density in culinary applications
Parmesan Cheese
Soybean Oil. Contains Less Than 1% Of: Cream Cheese
Salt
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
Soy Protein Concentrate
Sodium Phosphate
E339
LowEmulsifier, texturizer, pH regulator, and leavening agent
Natural Flavor
flavour
Whey
Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing.
Whey Protein Concentrate
Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing.
Buttermilk
Garlic Powder
Flavour enhancer and seasoning agent
Citric Acid
E330
No NotablesFlavour enhancer, acidity regulator, and preservative
Onion Powder
Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparation.
Datem
Chicken Fat
flavour, texture modification, and cooking medium
Maltodextrin
INS 1400
Lowbulking agent, thickener, stabilizer, texturizer, and carrier for flavors
Cream
Fat source, texturizer, emulsifier, and flavor enhancer in dairy, bakery, and confectionery products.
Spice
Flavour and aroma enhancement
Egg Yolk
Nonfat Milk
Used as a fluid beverage, ingredient in baking, dairy products, protein supplementation, and commercial food manufacturing for moisture and nutrition without added fat.
Annatto Extract
Yeast Extract
flavour
Sorbic Acid
E200
Lowpreservative
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Chicken Broth | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer and base liquid | Generally recognized as safe, with consideration for sodium content in commercially prepared formulations. |
2 Food Starch-Modified INS 1400-1450 RANGE Allergen | ✓Low Concern | Thickening agent, stabilizer, emulsifier, and texturizer in processed foods. | Food starch-modified is a widely utilized processing ingredient generally recognized as safe, though individuals managing gluten sensitivities should verify the specific plant source. |
3 Broccoli | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
4 Cheddar Cheese Allergen | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavor, texture, emulsifier, and nutrient density in culinary applications | Cheddar cheese is a natural dairy product that provides substantial protein and calcium, while contributing to dietary sodium and saturated fat intake. |
5 Parmesan Cheese | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
6 Soybean Oil. Contains Less Than 1% Of: Cream Cheese | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
7 Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
8 Soy Protein Concentrate | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
9 Sodium Phosphate E339 | ✓Low Concern | Emulsifier, texturizer, pH regulator, and leavening agent | Sodium phosphate is generally recognized as safe for consumption within established regulatory limits, though high dietary intake from multiple processed sources warrants balanced monitoring. |
10 Natural Flavor | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour | Natural flavors are generally recognized as safe by regulatory bodies worldwide for use within standard manufacturing practices. |
11 Whey Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing. | Whey is a widely consumed dairy-derived protein ingredient generally recognized as safe for the general population, with considerations primarily for individuals managing milk allergies or lactose intolerance. |
12 Whey Protein Concentrate Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein enrichment, emulsifier, moisture retention agent, and texture modifier in food manufacturing. | Whey is a widely consumed dairy-derived protein ingredient generally recognized as safe for the general population, with considerations primarily for individuals managing milk allergies or lactose intolerance. |
13 Buttermilk | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
14 Garlic Powder | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer and seasoning agent | Garlic powder is a standard culinary ingredient generally recognized as safe for regular consumption within normal dietary amounts. |
15 Citric Acid E330 | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, acidity regulator, and preservative | Citric acid is widely consumed naturally and commercially, generally recognized as safe for use in food production under standard regulatory guidelines. |
16 Onion Powder | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparation. | Onion is a commonly consumed natural food ingredient with a well-established safety profile for the general population. |
17 Datem | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
18 Chicken Fat | ✓Low Concern | flavour, texture modification, and cooking medium | Chicken fat is a standard culinary fat whose intake should be balanced within overall daily saturated fatty acid guidelines. |
19 Maltodextrin INS 1400 | ✓Low Concern | bulking agent, thickener, stabilizer, texturizer, and carrier for flavors | Maltodextrin is a widely utilized food ingredient with a high glycemic index, meaning intake is associated with rapid increases in blood glucose response. |
20 Cream Allergen | ⚠Moderate Concern | Fat source, texturizer, emulsifier, and flavor enhancer in dairy, bakery, and confectionery products. | Cream is a natural dairy fat high in calories and saturated fatty acids, requiring consideration within daily energy and lipid intake goals. |
21 Spice | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour and aroma enhancement | Standard culinary spices are well-tolerated and recognized as safe for general consumption within normal dietary parameters. |
22 Egg Yolk | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
23 Nonfat Milk Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Used as a fluid beverage, ingredient in baking, dairy products, protein supplementation, and commercial food manufacturing for moisture and nutrition without added fat. | Nonfat milk is a widely consumed dairy ingredient providing essential proteins and micronutrients, suitable for the general population except those with lactose intolerance or milk protein allergies. |
24 Annatto Extract | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
25 Yeast Extract | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour | Generally recognized as safe for consumption, yeast extract is primarily a source of umami flavor and naturally occurring sodium. |
26 Sorbic Acid E200 | ✓Low Concern | preservative | Sorbic acid is a widely used, thoroughly evaluated preservative with an established safety profile for regular dietary consumption. |
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