Extra Buttery Popcorn — BULLSHIT
Munch or Dump rates Extra Buttery Popcorn by Orville Redenbacher BULLSHIT — score 0/90.
Sold as natural with no artificial preservatives, but it's preserved with TBHQ, a synthetic petroleum-derived antioxidant.
Why this verdict
- Marketed 'no artificial preservatives' yet preserved with TBHQ, a synthetic antioxidant
- Palm oil is a saturated-fat-heavy refined oil, not the 'natural' image sold
- 'Natural flavours' is an undisclosed flavor blend hiding behind the natural label
- TBHQ is a petroleum-derived additive flagged for safety concerns at high intake
Ingredients (7)
- Whole grain popping corn (safe) — Whole grain — the one genuinely wholesome part of the product.
- Palm Oil (moderate) — Saturated-fat-heavy oil used in the crust.
- Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
- BUTTER (safe) — Real dairy butter, though a minor part of the fat.
- Natural Flavours (moderate) — Undefined flavor compounds used to make concentrate taste like fresh fruit.
- TBHQ (caution) — Synthetic antioxidant preservative; flagged for concern at higher intakes.
- citric acid (safe) — Acidity and tartness adjuster.
Healthier alternatives
- HIMALAYAN PINK ORGANIC POPCORN, HIMALAYAN PINK
- LesserEvil Organic Popcorn, Himalayan Pink Salt
- SkinnyPop Original Popcorn
- SkinnyPop Organic Original Popcorn
- POPCORN HIMALAYAN PINK SALT