Monin

Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Monin French Raspberry product garners a low score for its ingredient choices on our clean food scale. This rating reflects significant deductions for the inclusion of non-organic ingredients, the use of GMOs, and the presence of added sugars, specifically pure cane sugar.

The product is not organic, which immediately reduces its standing, as organic products are often less exposed to harmful pesticides and are considered cleaner. Moreover, the lack of non-GMO verification further impacts its score negatively, since GMOs are often avoided by those seeking cleaner food options. The presence of added sugars is a notable issue, as they contribute to a range of health problems when consumed in excess. Within the ingredient list, pure cane sugar is particularly penalized for being a less healthy form of sugar.

Additionally, the product’s ingredient list includes natural flavors. The term “natural flavors” covers a broad range of additives that are not always transparent to consumers, and their potential health effects are not well-defined. This ambiguity affects the product’s score, as the goal is to promote transparency and healthfulness in food choices.

The Monin French Raspberry product struggles to meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier option in the current food market. Its reliance on non-organic ingredients, GMOs, and added sugars, as well as the inclusion of vaguely defined natural flavors, are all factors that contribute to its low rating. For consumers seeking cleaner food products, this item does not align well with those values. The product would benefit from reformulation to exclude these controversial ingredients and to embrace organic, non-GMO components, thereby offering a product that better serves health-conscious individuals and the clean food movement.