Trader Joes
Flavor:
Peaches & Cream, Mango & Cream Yogurt Cups
Ingredients:
Peaches & Cream: Cultured Yogurt Base (Milk, Cream, Cane Sugar, Yogurt Stabilizer [modified Cornstarch, Whey Protein Concentrate, Bovine Gelatin], Non Fat Milk Powder, Fargo 420 [s. Thermophilus, L. Bulgaricus, L. Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium Lactis, L. Casei]), Peach Puree (Sugar, Water, Peach Puree, Modified Cornstarch, Annatto Color).
Mango & Cream: Cultured Yogurt Base (Milk, Cream, Cane Sugar, Yogurt Stabilizer [modified Cornstarch, Whey Protein Concentrate, Kosher Gelatin], Non Fat Milk Powder, Fargo 420 [s. Thermophilus, L. Bulgaricus, L. Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium Lactis, L. Casei]), Mango Puree (Water, Sugar, Mango Juice Concentrate, Modified Cornstarch, Annatto Extract (For Color), Citric Acid (Acidulant)_for Flavor).
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1 out of 5 green leaves, the Trader Joe’s Peaches & Cream and Mango & Cream Yogurt Cups fall short of the standards for cleaner food options on our website. This assessment reflects the product’s failure to meet key criteria for health and wellness.
The yogurt cups are not organic, a significant factor in the rating, as many consumers seeking cleaner foods prefer organic products due to their minimal exposure to pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. Additionally, the presence of GMO ingredients further detracts from the product’s green leaf rating. GMOs often raise concerns regarding environmental impact and health implications, leading to their avoidance by those looking for natural food choices.
Added sugars in the form of cane sugar and sugar in the fruit purees contribute to the product’s low score. The consumption of added sugars has been linked to various health issues, including obesity and heart disease. The product’s use of cane sugar, classified here as a more harmful added sugar, exacerbates this issue.
Furthermore, the inclusion of potentially harmful additives diminishes the product’s standing. While ‘flavor’ is a vague term, it often encompasses a range of artificial additives that some people prefer to avoid due to potential health concerns or dietary sensitivities.
The Trader Joe’s Peaches & Cream and Mango & Cream Yogurt Cups contain a cultured yogurt base with several stabilizers and proteins, along with fruit purees that include additional sugars and colorings. These ingredients contribute to the product’s low rating.
The 1 out of 5 green leaves rating serves as a strong advisory for those seeking cleaner, more natural food options to steer clear of this product. The presence of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and potentially harmful additives place it at the bottom of the scale for health-conscious consumers.
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