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Starbucks American Menu
Flavor:
Blueberry Scone
Ingredients:
Enriched Flour [Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Enriched Flour [Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Butter [Milk], Dried Blueberries [Blueberries, Sugar, Sunflower Oil], Cultured Pasteurized Cream [Milk], Sugar, Whole Buttermilk [Cultured Milk, Nonfat Milk, Less Than 0.5% Of Modified Food Starch, Salt, Mono- And Diglycerides, Sodium Citrate, Calcium Sulfate, Locust Bean Gum, Polysorbate 80, Carrageenan], Eggs, Blueberries, Contains Less Than 2% Of Baking Soda, Water, Cornstarch, Natural Flavors, Lemon Zest, Light Brown Sugar, Monocalcium Phosphate, Salt, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Soybean Oil, Contains Bioengineered Food Ingredients.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1 out of 5 green leaves, the Starbucks American Menu Blueberry Scone is a product that raises concerns due to its composition and lack of certain quality standards. Our evaluation process targets cleaner food options, and this scone does not meet the criteria we champion for healthy eating.
The item is not organic, which detracts from its potential health benefits. It also includes genetically modified organisms (GMOs), a choice that further impacts its standing. The scone’s ingredient list reveals the presence of added sugars, specifically brown sugar and sugar, contributing to its low score. These sugars, often linked to various health issues when consumed excessively, are a significant factor in the product’s evaluation.
Furthermore, the scone contains several ingredients that may be considered potentially harmful. “Natural flavors” is a term that encompasses a wide range of additives, and without more specific information, this raises questions about the product’s purity. The presence of diglycerides, enriched flour, and sodium citrate also contributes to the deductions, as these are seen as less desirable in the pursuit of clean eating.
More concerning is the inclusion of carrageenan, an additive that has been associated with digestive issues and other health concerns. This ingredient alone is a substantial reason behind the product’s low rating.
Additionally, soybean oil is used in the scone’s formulation. While oils are a common component in baked goods, certain types, including soybean oil, are often processed and may not align with the principles of a health-conscious diet.
The Starbucks American Menu Blueberry Scone falls short of the criteria set for healthier, cleaner food. Its composition includes non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, potentially harmful additives, a known harmful additive, and less desirable oils. This assessment leads to the recommendation to avoid this product in favor of options that adhere to higher standards of health and nutrition.
Certifications:
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