Baskin Robbins Gold Medal Ribbon® Ice Cream

Baskin Robbins

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Ingredients:

Cream, Caramel Ribbon [Corn Syrup, Sweetened Condensed Milk (Milk, Sugar), Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Butter (Sweet Cream, Salt), Propylene Glycol, Sodium Alginate, Salt, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Soy Lecithin, Baking Soda, Annatto (Color)], Nonfat Milk, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Whey Powder, Chocolate Liquor and Cocoa processed with alkali, Stabilizer/Emulsifier Blend [Cellulose Gum, Mono and Diglycerides, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Polysorbate 80], Natural and Artificial Flavor, Beta Carotene (Color).

Rating:     We Avoid

Ingredient Score:

Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, Baskin Robbins Gold Medal Ribbon Ice Cream falls short of cleaner food standards. This product is neither organic nor does it use non-GMO ingredients. The inclusion of added sugars such as sugar and fructose, along with the presence of high fructose corn syrup, underscores its alignment with less healthy food options. Additionally, the product contains a variety of ingredients that raise concerns: corn syrup, artificial flavors, and potentially harmful additives like diglycerides and soy lecithin.

A deeper dive into the ingredient list reveals the use of propylene glycol, sodium alginate, and potassium sorbate, which are seen as detrimental to the product’s overall health profile. Carrageenan, another contentious ingredient, is known for its possible inflammatory effects and is present in this ice cream. The stabilizer and emulsifier blend, which includes cellulose gum, guar gum, and polysorbate 80, further contributes to the low rating.

The product’s color is derived from beta carotene and annatto, but these additions do not mitigate the negative impact of the other ingredients. The use of both natural and artificial flavors also contributes to the low score, as these can often be a cover for a variety of chemical additives that are unwelcome in a clean diet.

The Baskin Robbins Gold Medal Ribbon Ice Cream, with its extensive ingredient list that includes multiple additives and sugars, is an example of a product that does not meet the criteria for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid this product in favor of alternatives that prioritize health and simplicity in their ingredient composition.

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