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Flavor:
Iced Toasted Vanilla Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
Ingredients:
Ice, oatmilk [oatmilk (water, oats), canola oil, contains 2% or less of: dipotassium phosphate, calcium carbonate, tricalcium phosphate, sea salt, dicalcium phosphate, Riboflavin, vitamin a, vitamin d2, vitamin b12], brewed espresso, toasted vanilla flavored syrup [sugar, water, natural flavors, preservative: potassium sorbate, citric acid]
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Starbucks American Menu Iced Toasted Vanilla Oatmilk Shaken Espresso falls short of meeting the criteria for cleaner, healthier food options as outlined by our standards. This beverage is not organic, contains genetically modified ingredients, and includes added sugars, which detracts from its overall healthfulness.
The ingredient list reveals several areas of concern. Firstly, the absence of organic certification means that the product may contain pesticides or other chemicals often used in conventional agriculture. Additionally, the utilization of non-GMO ingredients is not verified, raising questions about the potential presence of genetically modified elements in the oats or other components.
Sugar features prominently in the toasted vanilla flavored syrup, contributing to the product’s caloric content and potentially impacting blood sugar levels. Furthermore, citric acid, while common in food products, is counted among added sugars due to its role in enhancing flavor and preserving shelf life.
The inclusion of additives such as natural flavors and potassium sorbate is also problematic. While ‘natural flavors’ is a term that may encompass a wide array of substances, it often lacks transparency and may be associated with undisclosed chemical processes. Potassium sorbate, employed as a preservative, extends the product’s shelf life but is not aligned with a clean eating philosophy.
Canola oil, another ingredient found in the oatmilk base, is a source of concern due to its processing methods and potential health implications. Although it is a common ingredient in many food products, it does not meet the standard for ‘clean’ ingredients due to its processing and the possibility of it being genetically modified.
The Starbucks American Menu Iced Toasted Vanilla Oatmilk Shaken Espresso, with a 2/5 green leaves rating, highlights the need for more transparent and health-conscious offerings in the market. Its composition underscores the importance of selecting products with organic, non-GMO ingredients, minimal additives, and without harmful oils to ensure a cleaner diet and better overall health.
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