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YumEarth Organics
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Ultimate Anti-oxidant Lollipops
Ingredients:
Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Citric Acid, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Organic Natural Flavors, Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), Vitamin A (Palmitate), Maltodextrin, Colored With Organic Concentrate (Carrot, Radish, Apple), Organic Turmeric Extract (Color).
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Green Leaf Rating: 1/5
The YumEarth Organics Ultimate Anti-oxidant Lollipops are certified organic and non-GMO, catering to those seeking cleaner food options. Despite these positive attributes, the product falls short in several areas according to our strict evaluation criteria for healthier food choices.
The lollipops contain organic cane sugar and organic brown rice syrup, which are sources of added sugars. The presence of these ingredients has significantly impacted the product’s score, as added sugars are detrimental to health when consumed in excess. Furthermore, the product includes citric acid, which, while commonly used in the food industry, is also counted as an added sugar in our review process.
Our assessment identifies additional concerns with the inclusion of natural flavors. The term ‘natural flavors’ is broad and often lacks transparency, which raises questions about the potential health impacts of the unidentified substances that these flavors may contain.
Maltodextrin, a food additive derived from starch, is another ingredient of concern. Although it is widely used as a thickener or filler, maltodextrin has a high glycemic index and can contribute to spikes in blood sugar levels. Its inclusion is a critical factor in the low score awarded to this product.
The product also contains vitamin A palmitate, a form of palm oil, which is flagged in our evaluation. Palm oil production has been associated with environmental issues and, although not a direct health concern, it is a factor we consider when assessing the overall impact of a food product.
Despite the product’s organic status and the inclusion of vitamins C, E, and A for their antioxidant properties, these beneficial elements are overshadowed by the negative aspects of the other ingredients. The significant deductions for added sugars, potential and known harmful additives, and the presence of palm oil lead to a minimal green leaf rating.
The YumEarth Organics Ultimate Anti-oxidant Lollipops are not recommended based on our comprehensive review. Consumers seeking cleaner and healthier food options may want to consider alternative snacks that better align with the criteria for a higher green leaf rating.
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