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Happy Family Organics
Flavor:
Strawberry, Raspberry & Carrot Creamies
Ingredients:
Organic Butternut Squash Puree, Organic Apple Puree Concentrate, Organic Strawberry Puree, Organic Carrot Juice Concentrate, Organic Coconut Milk (Organic Coconut Kernel Extract, Water), Organic White Grape Juice Concentrate, Organic Raspberry Puree, <1% of: Organic Tapioca Starch/Flour, Organic Natural Flavor, Organic Beet Juice Concentrate (for color), Citric Acid, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) To Preserve Freshness, Mixed Tocopherols (to preserve freshness)
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded a 3/5 green leaf rating, the Happy Family Organics Strawberry, Raspberry & Carrot Creamies present a middle-ground option for those seeking cleaner food products. This snack is made primarily from organic fruit purees and concentrates, and it includes organic butternut squash, apple, strawberry, carrot, and coconut milk. The product also features organic raspberry puree and a touch of organic beet juice concentrate for color.
The product is fully organic and uses non-GMO ingredients, aligning with the preferences of health-conscious consumers. However, the inclusion of citric acid, categorized as an added sugar, and natural flavor, considered a potentially harmful additive, resulted in deductions from its overall score.
The Happy Family Organics snack does not contain artificial preservatives, relying instead on vitamin C and mixed tocopherols to maintain freshness. The use of organic tapioca starch as a thickener is another positive aspect, contributing to the product’s texture without resorting to non-organic or synthetic alternatives.
Despite its organic credentials, the presence of citric acid and natural flavor raises questions about the necessity of these ingredients in an otherwise clean label. Citric acid, while naturally occurring in citrus fruits, is often used as a preservative or to add a tangy flavor and is commonly produced via fermentation processes that may not align with the ethos of whole, unprocessed foods. The term ‘natural flavor’ covers a broad range of possible substances, and without specific details, it’s unclear what this entails, which may concern those seeking transparency in their food choices.
The Happy Family Organics Strawberry, Raspberry & Carrot Creamies offer an organic snack option, free from GMOs and artificial preservatives, suitable for those looking to avoid heavily processed foods. However, the product’s use of citric acid and natural flavor means it does not fully meet the highest standards set by the reviewing criteria, resulting in a score that reflects its position as an average choice within the market.
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