Hood

Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Hood Red Sox Fenway Fudge Frozen Dairy Dessert presents a challenging option for those seeking cleaner food alternatives. This frozen dessert is not organic, incorporates genetically modified ingredients, and is heavy with added sugars, including corn syrup. Further down the ingredient list, there are several potentially harmful additives, such as natural flavors and diglycerides, as well as soy lecithin, which serves as an emulsifier. More concerning are known harmful additives like carrageenan and maltodextrin. The presence of oils such as canola, soybean, and palm, which are considered harmful in this context, also contribute to the low rating.

The product’s composition starts with milk as its base, followed by a fudge swirl that includes a variety of sugars and oils. The inclusion of nonfat milk and cream is overshadowed by the extensive use of cocoa processed with alkali, which is often used to give a rich color and flavor to chocolate products. Whey and whey protein concentrate appear as well, suggesting an attempt to increase the protein content. However, the utilitarian inclusion of maltodextrin, tapioca starch, and various gums indicates a reliance on thickeners and stabilizers to achieve the desired texture. Vitamin A palmitate is added, presumably for its nutritional benefit.

The overall assessment of the Hood Red Sox Fenway Fudge Frozen Dairy Dessert is that it does not align with cleaner, healthier eating practices. The high volume of additives, sugars, and non-organic ingredients overshadow any potential nutritional value. Consumers seeking products that support a clean eating lifestyle are advised to bypass this frozen dessert in favor of options that prioritize natural, organic, and minimally processed ingredients. This product’s low green leaf rating reflects a composition that is at odds with the pursuit of a wholesome diet.