
Ghirardelli Chocolate
Flavor:
Milk Chocolate Caramel
Ingredients:
Sugar, Whole Milk Powder, Corn syrup, Cocoa Butter, Sweetened Condensed Milk (Milk, Sugar), Unsweetened Chocolate, Palm Oil, Butter (Cream, Salt), Sodium Citrate, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavor, Extracts Of Oregano, Flaxseed, Plum, And Green Tea (To Preserve Freshness), Salt, Vanilla Extract.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Ghirardelli Chocolate Milk Chocolate Caramel falls short of clean food standards on our website. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients. The presence of added sugars, particularly corn syrup, further detracts from its score, as these are ingredients we aim to minimize in pursuit of healthier food options.
Moreover, the list of ingredients reveals several elements that raise concerns. The inclusion of natural flavor and soy lecithin suggests the use of additives that may not align with a cleaner diet. Sodium citrate is another additive present, which, although commonly used, counts against the product in our assessment. Additionally, palm oil, a contentious ingredient due to its environmental impact and potential health implications, is used in this chocolate.
The product contains a variety of ingredients that are less than ideal for those seeking cleaner food options. It lacks organic certification, employs GMOs, and features added sugars which are often linked to negative health outcomes. The use of corn syrup is particularly problematic, as it is a form of sugar that we consider more harmful. The additives, including natural flavor, soy lecithin, and sodium citrate, do not support the goal of providing cleaner alternatives. Palm oil is another ingredient used here that we find objectionable, both for its environmental concerns and its place in a health-conscious diet.
The Ghirardelli Chocolate Milk Chocolate Caramel is not recommended for those seeking healthier, more environmentally friendly food choices. With its score of 1/5 green leaves, it represents the lower end of our rating scale and highlights the need for more vigilant selection when it comes to indulgent treats. This product does not meet the criteria of cleaner, more natural food options that our website advocates for.
Certifications:
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