Is Apricot Yogurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Latteria Ovaro
Latteria Ovaro's Apricot Yogurt is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 60/100 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 Flavors, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes live cultures and apricot puree, but also contains synthetic additives like potassium sorbate and pectin, raising quality concerns.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
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
- Contains live cultures which can support digestive health.
- Includes apricot puree, providing natural fruit flavor.
- Fresh whole milk is a primary ingredient, indicating a dairy base.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
- Pectin (E440) is a processed thickener, which may indicate lower quality.
- Added flavors and acids may detract from the natural profile of the yogurt.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Pasteurized Whole Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Whole Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized whole milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients and a creamy texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: LATTE fresco intero pastorizzato
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Is Apricot Puree safe in this dairy?
Good
Apricot Puree is used here as flavor. Apricot puree adds natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the yogurt's taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purea di albicocca
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about excessive sweetness in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is used to adjust the consistency of the yogurt, ensuring a smooth texture.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: acqua
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Is Pectin safe in this dairy?
Medium
Pectin is used here as thickener. Pectin is a plant-derived thickener that helps achieve the desired yogurt consistency but is processed.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: E440 pectina
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance flavor and preserve freshness, but it is a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E330
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Is Flavors safe in this dairy?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Added flavors may not be natural, raising concerns about the authenticity of the yogurt's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromi
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, which raises safety concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E202
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Is Live Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Live Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Live cultures contribute to the yogurt's probiotic properties, supporting gut health.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermenti lattici vivi
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: 4136994
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Allergens detected: milk
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