McDonalds Menu

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the McDonald’s Menu Strawberry Shake garners the lowest possible score on our clean food scale. This rating reflects a clear stance against the inclusion of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and harmful additives, all of which are present in this product.

The Strawberry Shake is not organic, and there is no evidence to suggest its ingredients are non-GMO. Added sugars, which have been linked to various health issues, are prevalent in both the vanilla ice cream base and the strawberry syrup. Corn syrup, a more concerning form of added sugar due to its potential health impacts, is also a component. The ingredient list features a number of additives such as mono and diglycerides, potassium sorbate, and glycerin, which may raise health concerns for some consumers. Carrageenan, recognized as a harmful additive, is included in the product and has been associated with digestive problems and inflammation.

Furthermore, the shake contains natural flavors, an ambiguous term that does not disclose the actual substances used. This lack of transparency is problematic for consumers seeking clean eating options. The presence of palm oil derivatives, which are not directly listed but can be inferred from ingredients like mono and diglycerides, also contributes to the low score due to environmental and health concerns associated with palm oil production and consumption.

The McDonald’s Strawberry Shake, with its array of questionable ingredients and absence of organic certification, fails to meet the standards of those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. It is a product that we advise consumers to avoid, as it does not align with the values of health and transparency that are central to our mission of promoting cleaner eating choices in a market saturated with unhealthy alternatives.