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I can’t believe it’s not butter
Flavor:
Original
Ingredients:
Purified Water, Soybean Oil, Palm & Palm Kernel Oil, Salt, Lecithin (Soy), Natural Flavor, Vinegar, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta Carotene (Color). Contains Milk and Soy
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The ‘I can’t believe it’s not butter Original’ scores a mediocre 2 out of 5 green leaves on our clean food rating scale. This product fails to impress with its choice of ingredients, many of which fall short of the cleaner food options we advocate for.
The product is not organic, which immediately raises concerns about the quality and safety of its components. Organic foods, being free from synthetic additives and pesticides, are generally considered healthier and safer. The lack of organic certification on this product means we cannot vouch for its cleanliness.
Further, the product uses genetically modified (GMO) ingredients. GMOs have been a subject of controversy due to potential health risks. The use of GMO ingredients in this product is a clear compromise on its health value.
The product also contains additives such as Natural Flavor and Lecithin (Soy), which are potentially harmful. While the word ‘natural’ may sound safe, it isn’t always so. The term can be misleading as it doesn’t necessarily mean healthy. On the other hand, lecithin, although a common food additive, has been linked to several health issues, including inflammation.
The choice of oils in this product is another area of concern. The presence of Soybean Oil, Palm Kernel Oil, and Palm Oil, all of which are considered unhealthy, further lowers the product’s score. These oils are high in saturated fats that can increase cholesterol levels and lead to heart disease.
Despite the low score, the product does have a few redeeming qualities. It contains Vitamin A Palmitate and Beta Carotene, which are beneficial for eye health. However, these few positive aspects cannot outweigh the numerous drawbacks.
The ‘I can’t believe it’s not butter Original’ is a clear example of a food product that could benefit from a significant overhaul in its ingredient list. By choosing cleaner, healthier ingredients, it could climb the ranks of our green leaf rating system. As it stands, it is a product that falls far short of the standards we promote for cleaner, healthier food options.
Certifications:
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