Breyers
Flavor:
Very Berry Cobbler
Ingredients:
Skim Milk, Corn Syrup, Strawberry Puree, Cobbler Crumble (Wheat Flour, Sugar, Oatmeal, Palm Oil, Molasses, Spices, Salt, Baking Soda, Soy Lecithin), Sugar, Fructose, Coconut Oil, Water, Raspberry Puree, Less than 2% of: Cream, Whey, Beet Juice (for Color), Natural Flavor, Mono and Diglycerides, Guar Gum, Carob Bean Gum, Pectin, Citric Acid, Tara Gum.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: 1/5 Green Leaves
The Breyers Very Berry Cobbler is a dessert option that receives our lowest possible green leaf rating, indicating significant room for improvement in terms of its nutritional profile and ingredient quality. The product is not organic, which immediately reduces its standing on our scale. Additionally, the presence of non-organic ingredients raises concerns about potential exposure to pesticides and GMOs, although the product does not specifically use GMO ingredients.
Added sugars are a significant issue with this dessert. Ingredients such as molasses, sugar, citric acid, and fructose contribute to its high added sugar content. More concerning is the inclusion of corn syrup, a sweetener with a notably negative impact on health when consumed in excess. The product also contains potentially harmful additives, including unspecified natural flavors and mono and diglycerides, which may pose health risks. Soy lecithin, a common emulsifier, is another additive present and is often scrutinized for its potential health implications.
Furthermore, the use of palm oil is controversial due to its association with deforestation and environmental harm, as well as potential health risks when consumed in large quantities. While the product does offer fruit purees, such as strawberry and raspberry, these positive aspects are overshadowed by the negative attributes outlined.
Given the presence of these questionable ingredients, the Breyers Very Berry Cobbler falls short of the standards for a cleaner, healthier food option. Its score reflects these shortcomings, and as such, we advise consumers to consider alternative products that prioritize organic ingredients, contain fewer additives, and offer a better nutritional profile. The goal is to guide consumers toward choices that support their health and the environment, and unfortunately, this product does not align with those objectives.
Certifications:
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