Ken’s

Ken’s Fat Free Raspberry Vinaigrette earns a rating of 1/5 green leaves, reflecting its position as a less desirable choice for those seeking cleaner food options. This dressing is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients, which significantly impacts its score. The presence of added sugars, including sugar and citric acid, further detracts from its rating.

The ingredient list reveals more concerns. Corn syrup is a notable addition, which is a sugar considered more harmful due to its potential health implications. The product also contains a range of additives such as artificial flavors, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate, calcium disodium EDTA, and synthetic dyes like Red 40 and Blue 1. These ingredients are commonly used in food processing but are flagged for their potential adverse health effects.

Maltodextrin, another ingredient found in this vinaigrette, is often sourced from corn and can have a high glycemic index, which may affect blood sugar levels. The label lists artificial flavors, which are synthetic and not derived from natural food sources. The inclusion of high fructose corn syrup, listed here under artificial flavors, is particularly concerning due to its association with various health issues when consumed in large quantities.

The product does contain some natural elements, such as cucumber juice, raspberry juice concentrate, onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. However, these are overshadowed by the negative aspects of the other ingredients.

The scoring system used to evaluate this dressing is rigorous, focusing on the presence of organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and harmful additives. The Ken’s Fat Free Raspberry Vinaigrette does not fare well against these criteria.

This dressing is positioned as an option to avoid for those looking for cleaner, healthier food choices. The low green leaf rating reflects the product’s composition, which includes a range of additives and sugars that do not align with the criteria for a clean food product.