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Ensure® Plus Dark Chocolate Nutrition Shake
Ingredients:
Water, Corn Maltodextrin, Sugar, Milk Protein Concentrate, Blend of Vegetable Oils (Canola, Corn), Cocoa Powder (Processed with Alkali), Soy Protein Isolate. Less than 0.5% of: Vitamins & Minerals (Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Phosphate, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Ferrous Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Phylloquinone, Vitamin B12, Biotin, Vitamin D3), Nonfat Milk, Soy Lecithin, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Cellulose Gel, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan, and Salt.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1 out of 5 green leaves, the Ensure® Plus Dark Chocolate Nutrition Shake fares poorly on our scale for cleaner food options. This rating reflects the product’s composition, which includes non-organic and potentially genetically modified ingredients.
The shake is not organic, and its ingredient list shows the presence of genetically modified elements. Added sugars contribute to the negative assessment, with sugar prominently listed. The inclusion of potentially harmful additives such as flavors, soy lecithin, sodium citrate, and pyridoxine hydrochloride further detracts from its standing. More concerning are the known harmful additives like artificial flavors and carrageenan, alongside maltodextrin, which is often criticized for its potential impact on blood sugar levels and gut health.
The product also contains oils that have been flagged as harmful, specifically canola and unspecified vegetable oils. The presence of artificial flavors amplifies the negative score, given the growing consumer preference for natural ingredients.
The Ensure® Plus Dark Chocolate Nutrition Shake thus receives the lowest possible recommendation due to its array of unfavorable ingredients. These include non-organic components, GMOs, added sugars, potentially harmful additives, known harmful additives, and harmful oils. The product’s formulation does not align with the standards of those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. Consumers are advised to consider alternative products that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and exclude harmful additives for a more wholesome dietary choice.
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