Overall Rating: 3/5
Summary: This product lasted in my fridge for about a month (maybe more) without showing signs of decomposition. I'm not sure what to make of that, but there is something about the texture of it that seems very artificial...because of the calcium propionate (linked to damage to the stomach lining) :/ I must say that it is really nice when toasted on a flat surface; it becomes nice and crispy. Still, I wouldn't recommend this product simply because of the calcium propionate and potential risk to stomach ulcers and gastritis.
Where to buy: U.S. grocery stores (Florida, Maryland)
Ingredients: stone ground whole wheat flour, wheat flour, bleached and enriched (contains niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), folic acid), water, vegetable oil (soybean and/or cottonseed), yeast, soy flour (soy protein, maltodextrin (from corn), natural flavor, monocalcium phosphate, calcium oxide), dough conditioner (guar gum, mono and diglycerides, L-cysteine, enzymes), salt, corn or malt sugars, rolled wheat, rye nuggets, degermed yellow corn grits, rolled oats, rye flakes, triticale flakes, parboiled brown rice, barley flakes, flax seed, millet, defatted soy grits, baking powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate), calcium propionate (added to retard spoilage).
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 lavash
Calories: 260
Calories from fat: 80
Total fat: 9g
Saturated fat: 1.5g
Trans fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 380mg
Total carbohydrate: 37g
Dietary fiber: 4g
Sugars: 1g
Protein: 9g
Calcium: 10%
Iron: 8%
Because the official website does not include info on the GMO status, I assume that the soy-based and corn-based ingredients are genetically modified. Monocalcium phosphate, as an additive may increase the risk of heart disease and kidney disease because it is absorbed quickly and elevates phosphate levels to unhealthy levels. Sodium acid pyrophosphate is another phosphate that may be harmful in high concentrations. These phosphate won't be an issue unless you consume a lot of mixes and processed foods that use the phosphate compounds to preserve freshness. Now, calcium propionate, on the other hand, is linked to stomach ulcers through permanent damage to the stomach's lining.
Other Lavash:
Brand:
- Uses enriched flour, meaning its refined (been stripped of natural nutrients)
- All of Toufayan products are Kosher Parve or Dairy
- Does not list nutritional information online (only on package)
- Does not mention GMO status on website
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