Minute Maid

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Minute Maid Frozen Limeade garners our lowest possible score for cleaner food options. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which significantly impacts its rating on our scale. The inclusion of added sugars, such as sugar and fructose, further detracts from its score, as these contribute to the overall unhealthiness of the product.

The presence of high fructose corn syrup is particularly concerning, as this ingredient is often linked to various health issues when consumed in excess. The limeade also contains natural flavors, a term that encompasses a range of unknown additives, which could potentially be harmful to consumers seeking clean food choices.

The product consists of high fructose corn syrup, pure filtered water, sugar, concentrated lime juice, lime pulp, and natural flavors. The heavy reliance on sweeteners and the ambiguity surrounding the natural flavors warrant the low rating. The non-organic nature of the ingredients and the use of GMOs also play a crucial role in the assessment of the product’s quality.

Our evaluation process is rigorous, and the Minute Maid Frozen Limeade does not meet the criteria for a food product that offers a clean and healthy alternative to consumers. The ingredients listed raise concerns about the product’s nutritional value and its potential impact on health, which is why it receives the minimum score on our green leaf rating system.

Consumers in search of cleaner, more wholesome food options would be advised to consider other products that align more closely with the standards of health and transparency. The Minute Maid Frozen Limeade, with its current formulation, does not align with the healthier choices we aim to promote on our website.