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Bolthouse Farms
Flavor:
Golden Goodness
Ingredients:
Apple juice from concentrate (water, apple juice concentrate), peach juice from concentrate (water, peach juice concentrate), pineapple juice from concentrate (water, pineapple juice concentrate), banana puree, orange juice from concentrate (water, orange juice concentrate), yellow carrot juice from concentrate (water, yellow carrot juice concentrate), mango puree, passion Fruit Juice, natural flavors, Lemon juice from concentrate (water, Lemon juice concentrate), vitamin c (ascorbic acid), vitamin e (d-alpha tocopheryl acetate), vitamin b3 (Niacin), vitamin b5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin b9 (folic acid), vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hcl), vitamin b2 (Riboflavin), vitamin b7 (biotin), vitamin b12 (cyanocobalamin).
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Bolthouse Farms Golden Goodness beverage offers a mix of fruit and vegetable juices with added vitamins. This product is not organic and does not use non-GMO ingredients, which affects its rating on the website dedicated to cleaner food options. Additionally, the inclusion of “natural flavors” leads to further deductions due to potential concerns over their origins and effects.
The drink is a blend of several concentrated juices, including apple, peach, pineapple, orange, and yellow carrot, complemented by banana and mango purees, as well as passion fruit juice. To enhance its nutritional profile, a variety of vitamins such as vitamin C, E, and several B vitamins have been added.
Despite the presence of vitamins and the variety of fruits and vegetables, the lack of organic certification and the use of non-GMO ingredients weigh down its score. Furthermore, the term “natural flavors” in the ingredients list raises questions since it can encompass a broad range of substances, and its ambiguity is a concern for those seeking transparency in food labeling.
The product positions itself in the middle ground of the health-conscious market. While it does provide a serving of fruits and vegetables along with fortifying vitamins, the absence of organic and non-GMO credentials coupled with the presence of ambiguous additives prevents it from achieving a higher rating. Consumers looking for a moderately healthy option may consider this product, but those with strict criteria for organic and non-GMO foods, as well as a clear understanding of ingredient sourcing, might find it lacking. The 3 green leaves rating reflects a balance between its nutritional offerings and the areas where it falls short of the ideal for cleaner food choices.
Certifications:
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