Green & Black’s
Flavor:
I Love You Dark 70%
Ingredients:
May Contain Milk, Nuts. Cocoa Mass #, Cane Sugar #, Cocoa Butter #, Vanilla Extract #, # = Certified Organic, Organic Chocolate: minimum Cocoa Solids 70 %, Fairtrade Cocoa, Sugar and Vanilla may be mixed with non-certified Cocoa, Sugar and Vanilla on a mass balance basis, total 100 %
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Green & Black’s I Love You Dark 70% chocolate receives a rating of 2/5 green leaves on our website, reflecting its position towards the lower end of our cleanliness scale for food products. This organic chocolate, despite its high cocoa content, falls short due to several key factors that our health-conscious consumers value.
The product is organic, which is a positive aspect, but this alone is not enough to secure a higher rating. The presence of added sugars, specifically cane sugar, detracts significantly from its clean food status. Cane sugar, while a common ingredient in many chocolates, is considered a less healthy option due to its refined nature and the impact it can have on blood sugar levels.
Furthermore, the chocolate’s organic ingredients are potentially mixed with non-organic and non-GMO certified elements on a mass balance basis. This means that while some ingredients are certified organic, others may not meet these stringent standards, casting doubt on the overall purity of the product.
The mention of potential allergens, such as milk and nuts, is also noteworthy. Although these are not direct indicators of a product’s healthiness, they are critical for consumers with allergies and sensitivities, and their presence must be transparently communicated.
Green & Black’s I Love You Dark 70% chocolate has room for improvement. By eliminating the use of added sugars and ensuring all ingredients are not only organic but also non-GMO, the product could better align with the cleaner food options that health-oriented consumers seek. The commitment to fair trade is commendable, but for our rating system that emphasizes clean eating, the product does not fully meet the criteria set forth for a higher green leaf rating.
Certifications:
None
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