Bolthouse Farms

This product earns a 3/5 green leaves rating. The Bolthouse Farms Pineapple Kale Ginger Boost is a blend of fruit and vegetable juices with added vitamins. It is not certified organic, which impacts its rating. The product prides itself on using non-GMO ingredients, a positive aspect for those seeking to avoid genetically modified organisms in their diet.

The ingredients list begins with pineapple juice from concentrate, followed by cucumber, apple, ginger, kale, and celery juices, also from concentrate. Lemon juice from concentrate is included as well. The product is fortified with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Vitamin D2. Spirulina is added, presumably for its nutrient content. However, the inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ raises concerns, as this term can encompass a variety of undisclosed additives, leading to a deduction in the product’s score.

The company has chosen to use juice concentrates rather than fresh juices. Concentrates are often used for their longer shelf life and lower shipping weight, but they may lack some of the nutritional benefits of fresh juices. The vitamins added to the drink, such as Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), Vitamin E (D-alpha tocopheryl acetate), and Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), contribute to the nutritional value of the product.

Despite its non-organic status, the Bolthouse Farms Pineapple Kale Ginger Boost does provide a serving of vegetables and fruits, which can be a convenient way for individuals to include more of these foods in their diets. The product’s commitment to non-GMO ingredients is commendable, although the presence of ‘natural flavors’ detracts from its overall cleanliness.

Overall, the product presents a middle-ground option for those seeking a quick source of nutrients from fruits and vegetables, with the added benefit of non-GMO ingredients, but it falls short of the highest standards due to its lack of organic certification and the inclusion of vague ‘natural flavors’.