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party like it's your birthday (cake!)

party like it's your birthday (cake!) nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScorePoor
0/100

Banned in EU

Contains Red 40.

Calories
160
Sugar
14g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ DYE E129: Linked to ADHD/Hyperactivity. (CSPI / Southampton Study)
⚠️ DYE E102: Behavioral triggers & Allergies. (EFSA / CSPI)
⚠️ DYE E110: Linked to adrenal tumors in animals. (CSPI)
🚫 DYE: Erythrosine (Thyroid carcinogen). (FDA (Banned in cosmetics))
⚠️ DYE E133: Crosses blood-brain barrier. (CSPI)
⚠️ DYE E132: Linked to brain tumors in male rats. (CSPI)
⚠️ HFCS: Driver of childhood obesity. (CDC)

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Red 40 (Allura Red)

A synthetic petroleum-based dye used to create bright red colors in candy and drinks. It has been linked to hyperactivity and attention issues in sensitive children. Banned in parts of Europe for use in baby food.

High Fructose Corn Syrup

An industrial liquid sweetener made from corn starch. It is chemically different from table sugar and is strongly linked to the obesity epidemic, fatty liver disease, and insulin resistance.

Corn Syrup

A liquid sweetener consisting of essentially pure glucose. It causes rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, contributing to energy crashes and long-term metabolic issues.

Red 3 (Erythrosine)

A cherry-pink dye. The FDA banned it in cosmetics due to thyroid cancer links but still allows it in food (like maraschino cherries and candy).

Blue 2 (Indigo Carmine)

A petroleum-based blue dye. Animal studies have suggested a link to brain tumors in male rats.

Moderate Caution

Yellow 5 (Tartrazine)

A synthetic lemon-yellow azo dye derived from coal tar. It is known to cause allergic reactions (like hives) in people with aspirin intolerance and has been linked to behavioral changes in children.

Yellow 6 (Sunset Yellow)

A synthetic food dye used in cheese, candy, and soda. Some animal studies have linked it to adrenal tumors, though the FDA currently deems it safe for consumption.

Palm Oil

A vegetable fat high in saturated fatty acids. Its massive production is a primary driver of deforestation, endangering species like orangutans. Refined palm oil may also contain harmful contaminants.

Full Ingredients List:

VANILLA LIGHT ICE CREAM: SKIM MILK, CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, CREAM, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MONOGLYCERIDES, GUAR GUM, CAROB BEAN GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE RAINBOW SPRINKLE COOKIES: BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, PALM OIL, MULTICOLORED SPRINKLES (SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, DEXTRIN, SOY LECITHIN, CARNAUBA WAX, CONFECTIONERS GLAZE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, RED 3, BLUE 2, RED 40), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, BAKING SODA, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM. CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT AND SOY INGREDIENTS.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (3.5g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (2g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in moderate quantity (14g)

Sugars in moderate quantity.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (300g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Red 40 (Allura Red)
  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is party like it's your birthday (cake!) truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 0/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Red 40 (Allura Red). A synthetic petroleum-based dye used to create bright red colors in candy and drinks. It has been linked to hyperactivity and attention issues in sensitive children. Banned in parts of Europe for use in baby food. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 14g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 4 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, party like it's your birthday (cake!) achieves a CakeID Score of 0/100.

Treat Only: Due to the low score, we recommend enjoying this only as an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 300.0g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is party like it's your birthday (cake!) healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 0/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is party like it's your birthday (cake!) Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Red 40 (Allura Red), which is flagged in our database.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g5%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 120000mg5217%
Total Carbohydrate 0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 4g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 160 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

16
Run
20
Cycle
40
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~4 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.