Halo Top
Flavor:
Pistachio
Ingredients:
Ultrafiltered Skim Milk*, Skim Milk, Soluble Corn Fiber, Erythritol, Cream, Sugar, Vegetable Glycerine, Contains 1% or less of Natural Flavors, Cellulose Gel, Cellulose Gum, Mono and Diglycerides, Sea Salt, Inulin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Stevia Leaf Extract (Reb M), Fruit Juice Concentrate for Color, Turmeric Extract for Color. *Not an ingredient in regular ice cream.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Halo Top Pistachio earns a green leaf rating of 1/5 on our scale, reflecting a product that falls short of our clean food criteria. This ice cream alternative is not organic and uses genetically modified ingredients, which significantly reduces its score. It also has multiple forms of added sugars, including sugar, stevia, and erythritol. The inclusion of these sweeteners is a concern for those seeking cleaner food options.
Furthermore, the product contains several additives that raise red flags. Ingredients such as natural flavors and mono and diglycerides contribute to its low rating. Vegetable glycerine, although common in processed foods, is another component we prefer to avoid due to its potential health implications. Despite not having palm oil, the scoring suggests that the product would be penalized for harmful oils, which could indicate a misunderstanding in the scoring process or a misprint.
The presence of soluble corn fiber and inulin indicates an attempt to increase fiber content, which could be seen as a positive aspect for some consumers. However, the product is penalized for not aligning with our stringent standards for cleaner food options.
Based on our system, consumers interested in cleaner, more natural foods should consider other products. The Halo Top Pistachio’s low green leaf rating underscores its alignment with processed food rather than a clean, healthful alternative. Our guidance encourages shoppers to seek out products with higher green leaf ratings that adhere closer to organic principles, contain no GMOs, and are free of added sugars and questionable additives.
Certifications:
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