365 By Wholefoods
Flavor:
Kefir, Blueberry
Ingredients:
Cultured Whole Milk, Cane Sugar, Blueberry Puree, Blueberry Juice, Natural Flavors, Nonfat Dry Milk, Pectin, Guar Gum, Live and Active Cultures (Lactobacillus Lactis, Lactobacillus Rhamnosus, Streptococcus Diacetylactis, Lactobacillus Plantarum, Lactobacillus Casei, Saccharomyces Florentinus, Leuconostoc Cremoris, Bifidobacterium Longum, Bifidobacterium Breve, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium Lactis, Lactobacillus Reuteri), Grape Juice (Color), Carrot Juice Concentrate (Color), Vitamin D3, Blueberry Juice Concentrate (Color)
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the ‘365 by Whole Foods Kefir, Blueberry’ is a product that falls short of the criteria for cleaner food options on our website. This kefir is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients, both of which are significant factors in its low rating. Additionally, the inclusion of added sugars, specifically cane sugar, detracts from its healthfulness. The presence of natural flavors and other additives further diminishes its standing.
The product is a cultured milk beverage that incorporates a variety of live and active cultures, which are typically associated with digestive benefits. However, the potential benefits are overshadowed by the non-organic status of the milk and the added sugars that contribute to the product’s overall caloric content. The list of live and active cultures, including Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains, indicates a diverse probiotic profile, yet this is not enough to offset the other non-preferred ingredients.
Moreover, the product contains natural flavors, the specifics of which are undisclosed. This lack of transparency is a concern for consumers seeking pure and unprocessed food items. The inclusion of pectin and guar gum, both used as thickeners or stabilizers, is another point of contention for those aiming to avoid processed additives in their diet.
Vitamin D3 fortification is a positive aspect of this kefir, as it can contribute to the dietary intake of this essential nutrient. However, the presence of grape juice and carrot juice concentrates, used for coloring, while not harmful, suggests additional processing that could be unnecessary in a product aiming for simplicity and purity.
The ‘365 by Whole Foods Kefir, Blueberry’ garners the lowest score on our scale due to its non-organic nature, use of added sugars, GMO ingredients, and inclusion of potentially harmful additives. For those seeking cleaner, healthier food options, this product does not meet the stringent standards set forth by our website. The emphasis remains on providing consumers with transparent, wholesome, and minimally processed alternatives.
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