Is Almondmilk Non-Dairy Yogurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
365 Everyday Value
365 Everyday Value's Almondmilk Non-Dairy Yogurt is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Natural Flavors.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes almondmilk and live cultures, but also contains cane sugar and natural flavors, which raise some quality concerns. The presence of tapioca starch and pectin indicates processing.
Main concern
Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the diet.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Almondmilk provides a dairy-free alternative, appealing to those with lactose intolerance.
- Contains live cultures like l. acidophilus, which may support gut health.
- Pectin acts as a stabilizer, improving texture without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the diet.
- Natural flavors are often processed and can obscure the true nature of the ingredients.
- Tapioca starch is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dairy, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Almondmilk safe in this dairy?
Good
Almondmilk is used here as base. Almondmilk serves as the primary ingredient, providing a dairy-free base rich in flavor and nutrients. Its quality is generally high when made from whole almonds.
Role in formula: base
Original: Almondmilk (filtered water, almonds)
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that adds sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and its health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Tapioca starch is used as a thickener to improve texture. While it is derived from cassava, it is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: tapioca starch
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Is Pectin safe in this dairy?
Good
Pectin is used here as stabilizer. Pectin is a natural gelling agent that helps stabilize the yogurt's texture without synthetic additives, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: pectin
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dairy?
Bad
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are often derived from various sources and can be highly processed, raising concerns about transparency and ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Agar Agar safe in this dairy?
Good
Agar Agar is used here as stabilizer. Agar-agar is a plant-based gelling agent that helps maintain the yogurt's consistency, making it a suitable alternative to gelatin.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: agar-agar
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Is Vanilla Bean safe in this dairy?
Good
Vanilla Bean is used here as flavor. Vanilla bean adds natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall sensory experience without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vanilla bean
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Is Bifidus safe in this dairy?
Good
Bifidus is used here as natural_extract. Bifidus is a beneficial probiotic culture that may support digestive health, contributing positively to the yogurt's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: bifidus
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Is L Acidophilus safe in this dairy?
Good
L Acidophilus is used here as natural_extract. L. acidophilus is a probiotic strain known for its potential digestive benefits, enhancing the yogurt's health profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: l. acidophilus
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Is L Bulgaricus safe in this dairy?
Good
L Bulgaricus is used here as natural_extract. L. bulgaricus is a key probiotic in yogurt production, contributing to fermentation and potential health benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: l. bulgaricus
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Is L Paracasei safe in this dairy?
Good
L Paracasei is used here as natural_extract. L. paracasei is a probiotic that may support gut health, adding to the yogurt's beneficial properties.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: l. paracasei
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Is S Thermophilus safe in this dairy?
Good
S Thermophilus is used here as natural_extract. S. thermophilus is a probiotic used in yogurt fermentation, contributing to texture and potential health benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: s. thermophilus
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3348625
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Allergens detected: almonds
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