Appetite control
Nutrail Protein nut granola
567 g
Score
- Contains non-nutritive sweeteners
- Contains sugar alcohols
Why it scores 93
Nutrail Protein nut granola scores 93 out of 100 (Excellent) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 5 points Erythritol: A 2023 study linked higher blood erythritol to cardiovascular events and found it increased clotting activity; long-term safety studies are warranted. Strong
- minus 1 points Whey protein concentrate / isolate: An ingredient typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). Info
- minus 1 points Natural flavors: "Natural flavor" is a legal category (21 CFR 101.22(a)(3)): flavor substances from spices, fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy or fermentation. Info
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
The Receipt
Protein nut granola
Ingredients
- Erythritol minus 5 points
- Whey protein concentrate / isolate minus 1 points
- Natural flavors minus 1 points
- Monk fruit extract minus 0.5 points
100 − 7.5 = 92.5 → 93
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 471 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 37.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 7.1 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 27.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.4 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 4.3 g |
| Protein | 24.3 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g |
Serving: 70g
Ingredients
- Sunflower seeds
- pumpkin seeds
- erythritol (moderate concern)
- whey protein crisps (whey protein concentrate, tapioca starch)
- almonds
- pecan butter (pasteurized cream, natural flavor, whey protein concentrate, vanilla extract, salt, monk fruit extract)
Label text, as published
Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, erythritol, whey protein crisps (whey protein concentrate, tapioca starch), almonds, pecan butter (pasteurized cream, natural flavor, whey protein concentrate, vanilla extract, salt, monk fruit extract). Contains: milk, tree nuts (almond, pecan). Processed in a facility that handles soy, milk, wheat, tree nuts, and sesame seeds.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Milk, Tree nuts, Gluten, Sesame
May contain: Soy
- Not vegan
- Not gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
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More from Nutrail
Sources
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The artificial sweetener erythritol and cardiovascular event risk
“Our findings reveal that erythritol is both associated with incident MACE risk and fosters enhanced thrombosis. Studies assessing the long-term safety of erythritol are warranted.”
doi.org
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Re-evaluation of erythritol (E 968) as a food additive (plain language summary)
“In all groups of people, both acute and chronic exposure to erythritol is above the newly set ADI.”
efsa.europa.eu
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21 CFR 101.22 Foods; labeling of spices, flavorings, colorings and chemical preservatives
“whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional.”
ecfr.gov
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WHO advises not to use non-sugar sweeteners for weight control in newly released guideline
“The recommendation is based on the findings of a systematic review of the available evidence which suggests that use of NSS does not confer any long-term benefit in reducing body fat in adults or children.”
who.int
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030
“Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”
cdn.realfood.gov
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Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011, Annex III point 2.4 (foods with more than 10 % added polyols)
“‘excessive consumption may produce laxative effects’.”
eur-lex.europa.eu