Blue Bunny

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Blue Bunny Cherry Chocolate Chunk ice cream raises concerns for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. This product is not organic, includes GMO ingredients, and contains an array of added sugars, such as sugar, citric acid, and fructose, which detract from its nutritional value. The presence of corn syrup and high fructose corn syrup, which are considered more harmful types of added sugars, further diminish its health appeal.

Moreover, the Blue Bunny Cherry Chocolate Chunk incorporates several potentially harmful additives. These include natural and artificial flavors, mono and diglycerides, soy lecithin, xanthan gum, and a variety of artificial colors such as Red 40, Blue 1, and Blue 2. Carrageenan, also found in this product, is a known harmful additive linked to inflammation and other health issues.

The extensive list of ingredients in the ice cream extends beyond flavor enhancers and preservatives to include multiple thickening agents such as tara gum, guar gum, carob bean gum, cellulose gel, and cellulose gum. These ingredients are often used to improve texture and consistency but do not contribute to the nutritional profile of the food.

In light of these factors, the Blue Bunny Cherry Chocolate Chunk ice cream receives the lowest possible score on our green leaf rating system. This score reflects the product’s alignment with a range of ingredients that are counter to the mission of providing cleaner, healthier food options. Consumers seeking alternatives to the mainstream market’s array of unhealthy products would be advised to consider other options that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and limit the use of added sugars and harmful additives.