Wasabi Sauce
by Seminole
Safety score
Poor
Based on an ingredient-level analysis for babies and young children. Not medical advice.
Wasabi Sauce — 5 g
Ingredients to watch
corn syrup
moderateCorn syrup is a processed sweetener. While different from high fructose corn syrup, it still adds sugar with no nutritional benefit. The AAP recommends no added sugars for children under 2.
FD&C GREEN #3
moderateFD&C synthetic dyes are petroleum-derived colorants. As a group, they have been linked to hyperactivity in children. Many EU countries require warning labels when these are present.
FD&C YELLOW #5
moderateFD&C synthetic dyes are petroleum-derived colorants. As a group, they have been linked to hyperactivity in children. Many EU countries require warning labels when these are present.
SODIUM BENZOATE
moderateSodium benzoate is a chemical preservative. When combined with vitamin C (ascorbic acid), it can form benzene — a known carcinogen. It is also linked to hyperactivity in children, leading the UK to recommend removing it from children's foods.
What's good in it
WATER
Used as the primary carrier for all other ingredients.
Solvent
POTASSIUM SORBATE
A widely used preservative that prevents the growth of mold and yeast.
Preservative
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