Panera Bread
Flavor:
Madagascar Vanilla Latte
Ingredients:
Reduced Fat Milk (Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D3 Added), Espresso, Madagascar Vanilla Naturally Flavored Syrup (Cane Sugar, Water, Natural Vanilla Flavor With Other Natural Flavors, Citric Acid), Whipped Cream (Cream, Skim Milk, Cane Sugar, Sorbitan Monostearate, Carrageenan, Dextrose, Natural Vanilla Flavoring)
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Panera Bread Madagascar Vanilla Latte falls significantly short on our scale for cleaner food options. This score reflects the product’s composition, which includes a range of non-organic ingredients and additives that fail to meet the criteria for a health-conscious consumer.
The latte is not made with organic milk, and the dairy used is not from non-GMO sources. These factors alone detract from its potential score, as our rating system places a high value on organic and GMO-free ingredients. Additionally, the beverage contains added sugars, namely cane sugar and citric acid, which contribute to its lower score. More concerning are the inclusion of dextrose and more cane sugar, both of which are classified as harmful added sugars in our assessment.
Beyond the sweeteners, the Madagascar Vanilla Latte includes natural flavors – a term that encompasses a variety of substances not specified on the label and therefore raises questions about their origins and health effects. The presence of carrageenan is particularly troubling, as it is an additive known for its potential to cause digestive issues and other health concerns.
The scoring also reflects a deduction for the use of palm oil derivatives. While not explicitly listed in the ingredients, the association of vitamin A palmitate with palm oil raises questions about the environmental and health impacts of palm oil cultivation and processing.
The Panera Bread Madagascar Vanilla Latte, with its combination of non-organic, GMO, and additive-laden ingredients, receives our lowest possible rating. This assessment is based on the product’s failure to align with the cleaner, healthier food options that our rating system and website advocate. Consumers seeking alternatives are advised to look for products with higher green leaf ratings, which indicate a commitment to organic ingredients, the absence of GMOs, and a lack of harmful additives.
Certifications:
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