Philadelphia
Flavor:
Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese
Ingredients:
Pasteurized Milk And Cream, Sugar, Water, Whey Protein Concentrate, Pumpkin Concentrate, Brown Sugar, Whey, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Natural Flavor, Carob Bean Gum, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Color Added, Carrageenan, Cinnamon, Natamycin (A Natural Mold Inhibitor), Vitamin A Palmitate, Cheese Culture.*
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: (1/5 Green Leaves)
The Philadelphia Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese fails to meet the standards for cleaner food options, earning the lowest green leaf rating on our scale. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which immediately impacts its standing. Furthermore, the inclusion of added sugars, such as brown sugar and sugar, raises concerns about its nutritional value.
The product’s ingredient list reveals the presence of additives that may be harmful. Specifically, it contains natural flavors and modified food starch, which detract from its overall score due to their potential negative health implications. More concerning is the inclusion of carrageenan, an additive that is considered harmful and has been linked to digestive issues and inflammation.
The product also falls short by not using exclusively non-GMO ingredients, which is a significant factor for those seeking cleaner, more natural food options. Additionally, the presence of artificial colors and other synthetic substances contribute to its low rating.
While the product does contain some natural ingredients, like pasteurized milk and cream, pumpkin concentrate, and spices such as cinnamon, these are overshadowed by the aforementioned issues. The use of natamycin, a natural mold inhibitor, does indicate an effort to extend shelf life without resorting to synthetic preservatives, but this positive aspect is not enough to significantly elevate the product’s score.
The Philadelphia Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese, with its multitude of non-organic, GMO, and potentially harmful ingredients, clearly does not align with the criteria for cleaner, healthier food choices. Consumers are advised to seek alternative products that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and exclude harmful additives for a better nutritional profile and a higher green leaf rating.
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