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Jeni’s Ice Cream
Flavor:
Strawberry Buttermilk
Ingredients:
Milk, Cream, Strawberries, Cane Sugar, Tapioca Syrup, Cultured Buttermilk (Cultured Reduced Fat Milk, Salt, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D3), Nonfat Milk, Citric Acid, Radish Extract (Color), Whole Apple Extract (Color), Blackcurrant Extract (Color).
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, Jeni’s Ice Cream Strawberry Buttermilk falls significantly short of the healthier food criteria set by our website. This product, although featuring organic ingredients, loses its standing due to the presence of non-organic components and the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The inclusion of added sugars such as cane sugar and tapioca syrup further detracts from its healthfulness, contributing to its low score.
Jeni’s Ice Cream Strawberry Buttermilk is made with a base of milk and cream, blended with strawberries for flavor. The product also incorporates cultured buttermilk, nonfat milk, and a trio of natural extracts for color. However, the benefits of these ingredients are overshadowed by the presence of added sugars and non-organic elements.
The evaluation process deducts points for specific ingredients that do not align with the goal of providing cleaner food options. In this case, cane sugar and tapioca syrup, both considered harmful added sugars, lead to a significant reduction in the product’s score. Furthermore, although not listed in the ingredients, the scoring system penalizes the product for containing harmful oils, specifically palm oil, despite its absence. This discrepancy may warrant a review of the scoring criteria to ensure accuracy.
The product’s score reflects a stance that encourages consumers to seek alternatives with a stronger commitment to health and environmental sustainability. The low green leaf rating serves as a guide for those who prioritize organic, non-GMO, and low-sugar options in their diet.
Jeni’s Ice Cream Strawberry Buttermilk, with its 1/5 green leaves rating, represents a choice that does not meet the standards for cleaner, healthier food options as defined by our website. Consumers looking for ice cream with a better nutritional profile might consider other brands or products that score higher within our rating system.
Certifications:
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