Almond Breeze

Almond Breeze Original Almond Milk earns a disappointing 2/5 green leaves on our clean food rating scale. This product, while not genetically modified, fails to meet the standard of organic and contains multiple concerning ingredients.

The first issue lies in the product’s lack of organic certification. Organic products are held to higher standards, ensuring they are free from synthetic additives and genetically modified organisms. By not being organic, Almond Breeze misses an opportunity to provide a cleaner, healthier option for consumers.

The product also contains cane sugar, a harmful added sugar. Overconsumption of added sugars has been linked to various health issues, such as obesity and heart disease. A cleaner product would eliminate or significantly reduce the amount of added sugar.

Further, Almond Breeze contains gellan gum and D-alpha-tocopherol, both of which are considered potentially harmful additives. While these substances are approved for use in food products, studies have raised some concerns about their safety. Health-conscious consumers would undoubtedly prefer a product without these additives.

Lastly, the product contains palm, a type of oil that can have negative effects on health. High in saturated fats, palm oil can contribute to heart disease when consumed in excess. A cleaner product would use healthier oil options or remove oils altogether.

Almond Breeze Original Almond Milk thus falls short in providing a clean, healthy beverage option. Despite its non-GMO status, the product’s non-organic nature and the inclusion of harmful added sugars, potentially harmful additives, and unhealthy oils significantly detract from its healthfulness. There is a clear need for improvement in the formulation of this product. By addressing these issues, Almond Breeze could provide a truly clean, healthy almond milk option for consumers. Until then, this product remains a less than ideal choice for those seeking clean food options.