Dreyer’s

Dreyer’s Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream has been awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which impacts its score negatively. The presence of added sugars, including high fructose corn syrup, further diminishes its rating. The ice cream also includes a range of additives such as natural flavors, monoglycerides, and soy lecithin, which contribute to its low score. Of particular concern are the artificial colors Yellow 5 and Blue 1, recognized as harmful additives, and the inclusion of palm kernel oil, which is considered a harmful oil.

The product’s composition begins with skim milk and cream, followed by sugar, chocolatey chips with various oils and cocoa processed with alkali, and additional elements like corn syrup and whey. The texture is modified using guar gum and carob bean gum. Emulsifiers like monoglycerides and soy lecithin are present, along with natural flavor. The color is altered with artificial dyes Yellow 5 and Blue 1.

The negative impact of these ingredients on the product’s score reflects a commitment to promoting cleaner, healthier food options. The use of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, multiple forms of added sugars, potentially harmful additives, and known harmful additives such as artificial colors, alongside harmful oils, are the basis for the 1/5 green leaf rating.

The product does not align with the standards of providing cleaner food options. The score reflects a stringent evaluation based on the presence of ingredients that may affect consumers’ health and the environment. The recommendation is to avoid this product in favor of alternatives that adhere to a cleaner ingredient profile.