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Rhode Island Lighthouse Coffee
Ingredients:
Cream, Milk, Nonfat Milk, Fudge Swirl (Sugar, Water, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Corn Syrup, Butter [cream, Salt], Modified Corn Starch, Salt), Confection Lighthouses (Sugar, Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Milk, Nonfat Milk, Cocoa Processed With Alkali, Chocolate Processed With Alkali, Coffee, Cocoa, Soybean Oil, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavors, Salt), Sugar, Coffee Extract, Corn Syrup, Mono & Diglycerides, Guar Gum And Locust Bean Gum.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: 1/5 Green Leaves
The Hood Rhode Island Lighthouse Coffee food product garners the lowest rating on our green leaf scale, indicating that it fails to meet the standards for cleaner food options. This ice cream is non-organic, contains genetically modified ingredients, and is loaded with various forms of added sugars including corn syrup, which is a less desirable sweetener. The presence of potentially harmful additives such as natural flavors, mono and diglycerides, and soy lecithin further detract from its overall health profile. Moreover, the use of oils like soybean and palm oil, which carry their own health and environmental concerns, contribute negatively to the product’s score.
The detailed breakdown of the ingredients reveals the use of cream, milk, and nonfat milk as the base, which is then heavily adulterated with a range of less nutritious and potentially harmful components. The fudge swirl and confection lighthouses introduce additional sugar and fats into the mix, while the coffee extract provides the coffee flavor that characterizes the product. The inclusion of corn syrup is particularly concerning due to its association with various health issues when consumed in excess.
The product also features additives like guar gum and locust bean gum, which are commonly used as thickeners or stabilizers in food products. Although these ingredients are less alarming than some others, their presence is worth noting for those seeking the cleanest food options.
The use of palm oil is especially troubling, as it is not only potentially harmful to health but also to the environment. The cultivation of palm oil can lead to deforestation and habitat loss, raising significant sustainability issues.
For consumers prioritizing clean eating, this product does not align with those values. It contains a multitude of ingredients that are best minimized or avoided in a health-conscious diet. Therefore, it receives our minimum green leaf rating, and we recommend seeking alternative products that better adhere to the principles of clean and healthy eating.
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