Slimfast
Flavor:
SlimFast High Protein Shakes - Creamy Chocolate
Ingredients:
Water, Milk Protein Concentrate, Canola Oil, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Maltodextrin, Cellulose Gel, Cellulose Gum, Potassium Phosphate, Mono And Diglycerides, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Potassium Citrate, Salt, Soy Lecithin, Sucralose, Gellan Gum, Carrageenan, Caramel Color. Vitamins And Minerals: Magnesium Phosphate, Calcium Phosphate, Sodium Ascorbate, Calcium Ascorbate, Zinc Gluconate, Sodium Selenite, D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Ferric Orthophosphate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Niacinamide, Phytonadione (Vitamin K1), Vitamin A Palmitate, Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Manganese Sulfate, Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12), Calcium D-Pantothenate, Sodium Molybdate, Chromium Chloride, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
This product earns a rating of 1/5 green leaves, indicating a low recommendation for those seeking cleaner food options. The ‘SlimFast High Protein Shakes – Creamy Chocolate’ is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients. It also includes sucralose, an artificial sweetener, which raises concerns for some consumers seeking natural sugar alternatives.
The ingredient list reveals the presence of several additives that may be considered detrimental to health by some standards. The inclusion of both natural and artificial flavors, mono- and diglycerides, gellan gum, soy lecithin, and caramel color contribute to the low score. Artificial flavors, caramel color, carrageenan, and maltodextrin are particularly noted for their potential negative health impacts, leading to significant deductions in the product’s overall rating.
Furthermore, the product contains canola oil, which is often heavily processed and may not align with the preferences of those looking for whole food ingredients. The absence of high fructose corn syrup does not mitigate the negative scoring, as the presence of artificial flavors remains a critical factor.
The vitamins and minerals added to the shake, such as magnesium phosphate, calcium phosphate, and various vitamins (including A, D3, E, and B12), are intended to enhance the nutritional profile. However, the perceived benefits of these added nutrients are overshadowed by the presence of the aforementioned additives and non-organic ingredients.
Individuals prioritizing clean eating and avoiding processed components may find this product unsuitable for their dietary preferences. The low green leaf rating reflects a stance that there are cleaner, less processed options available within the market that better meet the criteria for health-conscious consumers. This product, with its array of additives and genetically modified ingredients, falls short of the standards set by cleaner food advocates.
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