Edy’s

Edy’s Slow Churned Cookie Dough ice cream receives a rating of 1/5 green leaves on our scale, signaling a product that fails to meet the criteria for cleaner, healthier food options. This rating is the result of an assessment that takes into account the presence of non-organic ingredients, the use of GMOs, and the inclusion of various additives and sugars that are deemed detrimental to health.

The product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients, which immediately positions it at a disadvantage within our rating system. The ingredient list reveals the addition of multiple types of sugars, including molasses, brown sugar, and corn syrup, the latter of which is particularly concerning due to its potential health impacts and its prevalence in processed foods.

Further scrutiny of the ingredients uncovers a range of additives. Natural flavors and monoglycerides, while common in many processed foods, are flagged for their ambiguous health implications. Soy lecithin and xanthan gum, often used as emulsifiers and stabilizers, are also points of concern, though their health effects may be less pronounced. More concerning are ingredients like carrageenan and propylene glycol monostearate, which have been linked to negative health outcomes in some studies, and maltodextrin, a processed sugar with a high glycemic index.

The presence of oils such as soybean oil and palm kernel oil further detracts from the product’s health profile. These oils are often highly processed and may contribute to inflammation when consumed in excess.

Given the numerous concerns raised by the ingredients in Edy’s Slow Churned Cookie Dough ice cream, it is clear that this product does not align with the goals of those seeking cleaner, more wholesome food options. The 1/5 green leaves rating reflects the product’s position at the lower end of the health spectrum, and consumers are advised to consider alternative products that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and contain fewer additives and processed sugars.