Breyers

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, Breyers Coffee ice cream falls significantly short of meeting the standards for cleaner food options set by our website. This product is not organic, and its ingredients are not confirmed to be non-GMO, which are foundational criteria for a healthier choice.

The inclusion of added sugars, specifically sugar and corn syrup, raises concerns about the product’s nutritional profile. Corn syrup, a more harmful form of added sugar, is particularly problematic due to its association with various health issues. The presence of potentially harmful additives such as mono and diglycerides, natural flavor, and caramel color further detracts from the product’s rating. Caramel color, which appears twice in the product’s composition, is especially troubling.

Moreover, carrageenan, an ingredient used as a thickener or stabilizer, is known for its controversial health implications and is present in this ice cream. The product also lists palm oil-derived ingredients, which are often scrutinized for their environmental impact and potential health effects.

Breyers Coffee ice cream contains several gums—carob bean gum, tara gum, and guar gum—which are common in food products but can be a point of concern for those seeking the cleanest food options. Vitamin A palmitate and annatto are included for nutritional fortification and color, respectively.

Given the product’s composition, it is clear that it does not align with the principles of cleaner, healthier eating promoted by our website. The presence of multiple non-preferred ingredients and the lack of organic certification result in a product that we advise consumers to avoid. Our stringent review process aims to highlight products that support a healthier lifestyle, and unfortunately, Breyers Coffee ice cream does not meet these criteria. It is essential for consumers seeking cleaner food options to be aware of such products and make informed choices in their search for healthier alternatives.