Halo Top
Flavor:
Vanilla Caramel Milkshake
Ingredients:
Ultrafiltered Skim Milk*, Skim Milk, Erythritol, Sugar, Soluble Corn Fiber, Cream, Corn Syrup, Vegetable Glycerine, Egg Yolks, Inulin, Contains 1% or less of Vanilla Extract, Salt, Natural Flavor, Sodium Alginate, Stevia Leaf Extract (Reb M), Sunflower Lecithin, Cellulose Gel, Cellulose Gum, Vitamin A Palmitate. *Not an ingredient in regular ice cream
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: (1/5 Green Leaves)
The Halo Top Vanilla Caramel Milkshake is a product that our evaluation process identifies as having considerable room for improvement in terms of health standards and ingredient quality. It is not an organic product, and it does not utilize non-GMO ingredients, which detracts from its overall score. The presence of multiple types of added sugars, including erythritol, sugar, and more critically, corn syrup, further reduces its standing. These sweeteners are less favorable for those seeking cleaner food options.
Additionally, the product contains a variety of additives such as natural flavors and vegetable glycerine, which are seen as potentially harmful. The inclusion of these ingredients is a significant factor in the low score awarded to the milkshake. Moreover, the product’s ingredient list does not specify the use of palm oil, but our criteria deduct points for harmful oils, which would include palm oil if present.
The Halo Top Vanilla Caramel Milkshake begins with a base of ultrafiltered and regular skim milk, with cream and egg yolks added into the mix. Soluble corn fiber and inulin are incorporated, presumably as fiber sources. The product also includes stabilizers and thickeners like sodium alginate, cellulose gel, and cellulose gum. Vitamin A palmitate is added, likely for fortification purposes.
The use of stevia leaf extract (Reb M) and sunflower lecithin are notable, the former as a non-nutritive sweetener and the latter as an emulsifier. However, these ingredients do not significantly impact the overall assessment.
The product’s low rating reflects a prioritization of cleaner, more natural, and organic ingredients. It serves as a guide for consumers looking for healthier food options, and the score indicates that this particular milkshake does not align with those preferences. Consumers are advised to opt for alternatives that better meet the criteria for a cleaner and more wholesome food choice.
Certifications:
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