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Ensure® COMPLETE Milk Chocolate Meal Replacement Nutrition Shake
Ingredients:
Water, Corn Syrup, Milk Protein Concentrate, Sugar, Calcium Caseinate, Cocoa Powder (Processed with Alkali), Canola Oil, Soy Protein Isolate, Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides. Less than 0.5% of: Vitamins & Minerals (Sodium Citrate, Ascorbic Acid, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Potassium Hydroxide, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacinamide, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Phylloquinone, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12), Corn Oil, Soluble Corn Fiber, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Cellulose Gel, Monoglycerides, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Cellulose Gum, Acesulfame Potassium, Gellan Gum, and Sucralose.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Ensure® COMPLETE Milk Chocolate Meal Replacement Nutrition Shake presents as an option that falls short of the cleaner food criteria established for healthier alternatives. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified organisms (GMOs), which detracts from its standing as a wholesome choice.
The shake’s composition features a range of ingredients that raise concerns. It is formulated with added sugars, including sugar itself, as well as acesulfame potassium and sucralose, which are artificial sweeteners. Corn syrup, another form of sugar, further contributes to the product’s negative assessment. These sweeteners are often discouraged in cleaner eating circles due to their potential health impacts.
Moreover, the Ensure shake contains several additives such as artificial flavors, gellan gum, monoglycerides, soy lecithin, and various types of sodium citrate, which are deemed potentially harmful. The presence of artificial flavor is particularly notable, as it is considered a known harmful additive. The product also includes oils like canola and corn oil, which are often processed and not favored in diets that prioritize natural and minimally processed fats.
The inclusion of these ingredients positions the shake as a less desirable option for those seeking cleaner, more natural meal replacements. The green leaf rating reflects the product’s alignment with a diet centered on healthful and unprocessed foods. This meal replacement shake is advised against for individuals prioritizing a diet that steers clear of artificial ingredients, added sugars, and GMOs. Instead, selecting meal replacements that adhere to organic standards and forgo harmful additives would be more aligned with the objectives of a cleaner diet.
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