Is Authentic Greek Yogurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Delta
Delta's Authentic Greek 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 composition includes low-fat yogurt and a fruit preparation with added sugars and thickeners. Ingredients like fructose and sugar raise concerns about processed components, impacting the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes low-fat yogurt and a fruit preparation with added sugars and thickeners. Ingredients like fructose and sugar raise concerns about processed components, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Includes added sugars like fructose and sugar, which can contribute to excessive sweetness.
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 lactic ferments, which can support gut health.
- Low-fat yogurt base provides a creamy texture with reduced fat content.
Concerns
- Includes added sugars like fructose and sugar, which can contribute to excessive sweetness.
- Contains thickeners like pectin, which may raise concerns about processed additives.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- 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 Skim Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Skim Milk is used here as base. Skim milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing a low-fat base for the yogurt. It is a natural source of calcium and protein.
Role in formula: base
Original: latte scremato
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Is Live Lactic Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Live Lactic Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Live lactic cultures are beneficial bacteria that contribute to the fermentation process, enhancing the yogurt's probiotic properties.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermenti lattici vivi
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Is Cherry Pieces safe in this dairy?
Good
Cherry Pieces is used here as flavor. Cherry pieces add natural fruit flavor and texture to the yogurt, enhancing its taste profile without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ciliegia in pezzi
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Is Fructose safe in this dairy?
Medium
Fructose is used here as sweetener. Fructose is a natural sugar that sweetens the yogurt but can raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: fruttosio
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, contributing to the overall sugar content, which may be a concern for health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Native Corn Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Native Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Native corn starch is used as a thickening agent, which can improve texture but raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amido nativo di mais
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Is Pectin safe in this dairy?
Medium
Pectin is used here as thickener. Pectin is a natural thickener derived from fruits, used to improve texture but may indicate processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: addensante: pectina
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Is Concentrated Fruit And Vegetable Juices safe in this dairy?
Medium
Concentrated Fruit And Vegetable Juices is used here as flavor. These juices provide color and flavor but may be processed, raising concerns about the overall ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: succhi di frutta e di verdure concentrati
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dairy?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can be vague in origin, raising questions about their specific sources and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromi naturali
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: 3966973
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