Kodiak Cakes
Flavor:
Berries & Cream
Ingredients:
100% Whole Grain Rolled Oats, Pea Protein Concentrate With Tapioca Starch, Cane Sugar, Milk Protein Concentrate, Chia Seeds, Whey Protein Isolate With Sunflower Lecithin, Berry Blend (Blueberries, Strawberries, Cranberries), Milk protein isolate, Natural Flavor, Sea Salt, Cream, Citric Acid, Monk Fruit Extract.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, Kodiak Cakes Berries & Cream is a product that falls significantly short of the website’s criteria for cleaner food options. This oat-based meal is not organic, which immediately reduces its standing on the cleaner food scale. The presence of genetically modified ingredients further detracts from its score, aligning it with products that do not meet the stringent standards for health-conscious consumers seeking non-GMO options.
The product lists cane sugar among its ingredients, a form of added sugar that is penalized in the evaluation process for its contribution to unhealthy dietary patterns. Citric acid, while naturally occurring in citrus fruits, is often manufactured using microbial fermentation and is used in this product as a preservative or flavor enhancer, leading to additional deductions. The inclusion of natural flavors is another factor that negatively impacts the product’s rating. Though ‘natural flavors’ is a term used frequently in the industry, it often encompasses a range of substances that are not transparent to the consumer, casting doubt on the purity and wholesomeness of the product.
Kodiak Cakes Berries & Cream does incorporate whole grain rolled oats, pea and milk protein concentrates, chia seeds, and a blend of berries, which are ingredients with recognized health benefits. However, the product’s overall composition is overshadowed by the presence of the aforementioned additives and sweeteners.
This product’s low green leaf rating reflects a stance that prioritizes clear, unambiguous ingredient lists devoid of unnecessary additives and sugars. It is positioned as a choice to be avoided by those seeking the cleanest food options available. The evaluation method used underlines a commitment to promoting food products that align with a philosophy of health and transparency, and Kodiak Cakes Berries & Cream simply does not meet those standards.
Certifications:
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