The processing impact score (1-10) indicates how much an ingredient contributes to a food's overall processing level. Ingredients with higher scores are typically more heavily processed or are additives used primarily in ultra-processed foods.

Low Impact (1-3)

Minimally processed ingredients like whole foods, simple extracts, or traditional preservatives.

Medium Impact (4-6)

Moderately processed ingredients like refined oils, flours, or simple additives.

High Impact (7-10)

Highly processed ingredients like artificial flavors, colors, or industrial additives.

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Hello Kitty, Sanrio, Hello Kitty

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Disney, Lollipops

Candy Ring

Treat Street, Barnyard Pooper Candy Dispenser

Treat Street, Lucky O'pooper, Candy Dispenser

Walgreens, Disney Christmas Gift Set Huggable Plush, Fabric Gift Bag, Hard Candy

Matching Heart Lollipop

Candy Ring

Christmas Gift Set

Disney, Candy Rings Pop

Candy Ring

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