Panera Bread
Flavor:
Iced Chai Tea Latte
Ingredients:
Reduced Fat Milk (Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D3 Added), Water, Chai Tea Base (Sugar, Water, Natural Flavor, Tea Extract, Honey, Vanilla Extract, Tannic Acid, Gum Arabic, Xanthan Gum, Cinnamon Extractives, Ginger Oleoresin, Black Pepper Extractives, Cardamom Extractives, Citric Acid)
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a green leaf rating of 1/5, the Panera Bread Iced Chai Tea Latte falls significantly short of the clean food criteria established by our website. The evaluation process for this product reveals several concerns regarding its ingredient composition and overall nutritional value.
The latte is not organic, meaning it does not meet the standards that would minimize exposure to synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Furthermore, it is not verified as non-GMO, raising questions about the potential use of genetically modified ingredients. The presence of added sugars, noted in the ingredients list as sugar and citric acid, contributes to the low rating, as excessive sugar consumption is a widespread health concern.
The product also contains ingredients that are categorized as potentially harmful additives. These include natural flavor and xanthan gum. While these may serve functional purposes in food production, such as flavor enhancement or as thickening agents, they do not align with the ethos of cleaner, more natural food options.
Additionally, the mention of palm in the evaluation process suggests the use of palm oil or its derivatives. The production of palm oil is often associated with environmental issues and questionable labor practices, and it may also pose health risks when consumed in large amounts.
The Panera Bread Iced Chai Tea Latte, therefore, receives the lowest possible recommendation on our website. The combination of non-organic ingredients, potential GMOs, added sugars, and questionable additives and oils, leads to the conclusion that this product does not align with the aim of providing cleaner food options. Consumers seeking healthier alternatives are advised to consider other products that align more closely with the principles of clean eating and sustainability.
Certifications:
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