Stonyfield Farm
Flavor:
Organic Protein Greek Yogurt Parfait & Granola, Superfruit & Hemp
Ingredients:
Organic Lowfat Yogurt: Cultured Pasteurized Organic Reduced Fat Milk, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Raspberry Puree, Organic Acai Puree, Pectin, Organic Flavor, Organic Pomegranate Juice From Concentrate, Vegetable Juice Concentrate (Color), Natural flavor, Organic Carob Bean Gum.
Organic Granola: Organic Whole Grain Rolled Oats, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Soy Oil, Organic Brown Rice Flour, Organic Flax Seeds, Organic Oat Syrup Solids, Organic Hemp Seeds, Sea Salt, Organic Molasses, Tocopherols (to maintain freshness).
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 3/5 green leaves rating, the Stonyfield Farm Organic Protein Greek Yogurt Parfait & Granola, Superfruit & Hemp, offers a middle-of-the-road choice for health-conscious consumers seeking cleaner food options. This product earns its organic badge by utilizing exclusively organic ingredients, ensuring that no GMOs are present in the yogurt and granola mix.
The yogurt component is a blend of organic lowfat milk cultured with a variety of fruit purees and juices, thickened with pectin and carob bean gum. Both the raspberry and acai purees contribute to the fruit content, while pomegranate juice and vegetable juice concentrate provide color. The granola adds a crunchy texture, comprising organic whole grain rolled oats, brown rice flour, and seeds such as flax and hemp. While the inclusion of organic cane sugar and molasses as sweeteners reflects a preference for organic sources, their presence nonetheless reduces the product’s overall score due to the negative health impacts associated with added sugars.
The product’s score suffers further due to the addition of ‘natural flavor’ and ‘flavor’ in the yogurt. These terms often mask a variety of unspecified ingredients and have raised concerns among those seeking transparency and simplicity in their food choices.
Despite these concerns, the Stonyfield Farm Organic Protein Greek Yogurt Parfait & Granola remains a considerable option. Its commitment to organic farming practices and absence of GMOs align with the website’s criteria for cleaner eating. However, the deductions are a reminder that even organic products can contain elements that may not fully align with the highest standards of health and wellness sought by some consumers. This product stands as a compromise, offering organic credibility while still leaving room for improvement in terms of added sweeteners and flavor additives.
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