Is Avoine Barista Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Beleaf
Beleaf's Avoine Barista is reviewed here as a plant milk. Zerotox gives it 75/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes sodium citrate as a stabilizer and xanthan gum as a thickener, which are processed ingredients that raise some quality concerns. However, the presence of oat and vitamins contributes positively to the overall assessment.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes sodium citrate as a stabilizer and xanthan gum as a thickener, which are processed ingredients that raise some quality concerns. However, the presence of oat and vitamins contributes positively to the overall assessment.
Main concern
Sodium citrate is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.
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 oat (12%), a natural ingredient that provides a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes vitamins D, B2, and B12, which enhance nutritional value.
- Sodium citrate acts as a stabilizer, helping maintain product consistency.
- Xanthan gum is a common thickener that improves texture without significant safety concerns.
Concerns
- Sodium citrate is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.
- Xanthan gum, while generally safe, is still a processed thickener that may not appeal to all consumers.
- Contains added salt, which may not be desirable for those monitoring sodium intake.
- The overall composition is somewhat processed, which may detract from a perception of natural quality.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this plant milk, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this plant milk?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for this plant milk, providing hydration and a liquid medium for other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Oat safe in this plant milk?
Good
Oat is used here as base. Oat is a natural ingredient that contributes to the creamy texture and flavor of the product, enhancing its appeal.
Role in formula: base
Original: avoine IP-SUISSE
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is used for its emulsifying properties, helping to blend ingredients, but it is a refined oil with moderate concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: épaississant (gomme gellane)
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as stabilizer. Sodium citrate is used as a stabilizer to maintain product consistency, but it is a processed ingredient that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisant (citrates de sodium)
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Is Salt safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement, but its presence may not be desirable for those monitoring sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel de cuisine
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Is Vitamin D safe in this plant milk?
Good
Vitamin D is used here as nutrient. Vitamin D is included to enhance nutritional value, supporting bone health and immune function.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: vitamines D
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Is Vitamin B2 safe in this plant milk?
Good
Vitamin B2 is used here as nutrient. Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is added to support energy metabolism and overall health.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: vitamines B2
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Is Vitamin B12 safe in this plant milk?
Good
Vitamin B12 is used here as nutrient. Vitamin B12 is included to support nerve function and the production of DNA and red blood cells.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: vitamines B12
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: 4075632
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