365 By Wholefoods
Flavor:
Raspberry Kefir
Ingredients:
Cultured Whole Milk, Cane Sugar, Raspberry Puree, Raspberry Juice, Organic Natural Flavors, Nonfat Dry Milk, Natural Flavors, Pectin, Guar Gum, Carrot Juice Concentrate (Color), 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), Vitamin D3, Blueberry Juice Concentrate (Color)
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the ‘365 by Wholefoods Raspberry Kefir’ is a cultured milk product that fails to meet the criteria for cleaner food options as defined by our standards. The absence of organic certification and the use of potentially genetically modified ingredients contribute to its low rating. The inclusion of added sugars, specifically cane sugar, further detracts from its score, as these ingredients are considered harmful in our assessment.
The product comprises cultured whole milk and raspberry flavorings, along with a host of live and active cultures beneficial for gut health. However, the presence of cane sugar, natural flavors, and additional flavorings raise concerns. These ingredients often lack transparency and can be associated with negative health effects when consumed in excess. The use of carrot and blueberry juice concentrates as colorants is noted, though these do not mitigate the overall score.
Vitamin D3 is a fortifying addition, but it does not compensate for the product’s shortcomings, such as the absence of a non-GMO label and the presence of added sugars and ambiguous flavorings. The product also includes pectin and guar gum, which are common in dairy products as thickeners or stabilizers, but can be perceived as unnecessary additives by those seeking whole food options.
The ‘365 by Wholefoods Raspberry Kefir’ receives our lowest green leaf rating due to its composition, which includes non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and questionable additives. The product does not align with our commitment to offering cleaner, healthier food alternatives. Consumers looking for the healthiest options might consider alternatives that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and exclude added sugars and artificial or unclear flavorings. The product’s overall composition and ingredient choices are the primary reasons for our advice to avoid this kefir in favor of cleaner, more transparent food products.
Certifications:
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