Is Barrita Helada Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aguila
This page reviews Barrita Helada by Aguila as a dessert. Its current score is 55/100, suggesting that it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. Additionally, carrageenan is a thickener that may pose safety issues.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. Additionally, carrageenan is a thickener that may pose safety issues.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about 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 cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are natural ingredients contributing to flavor.
- Includes milk cream, providing a creamy texture and taste.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Carrageenan is a thickener that has been linked to digestive issues in some individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dessert and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this ice cream, contributing to its texture and mouthfeel.
Role in formula: base
Original: AGUA
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but is a refined ingredient that can raise health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: AZÚCAR
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat that enhances the creaminess and flavor profile of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: MANTECA DE CACAO
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass adds rich chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: MASA DE CACAO
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream provides a rich texture and flavor, enhancing the overall sensory experience of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: CREMA DE LECHE
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and nutritional value, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: LECHE ENTERA EN POLVO
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can increase sweetness and improve texture but raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: JARABE DE GLUCOSA
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Is Anhydrous Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Anhydrous Fat is used here as base. Anhydrous fat contributes to the creaminess of the product but is a processed ingredient with potential health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: MANTECA ANHIDRA
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Is Stabilizers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Stabilizers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers like guar gum and carrageenan help maintain texture but may raise safety concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: ESTABILIZANTES (GOMA GARROFÍN, GOMA GUAR, CARRAGENINA)
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides help blend ingredients but are processed and may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: EMULSIONANTES (MONO Y DIGLICÉRIDOS DE ÁCIDOS GRASOS, LECITINA DE SOJA)
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and nutritional benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: LECHE DESCREMADA EN POLVO
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Is Flavorings safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings enhance taste but may be artificial, raising concerns about the quality of the ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: AROMATIZANTES
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor and balance sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SAL
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: 4103840
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Allergens detected: milk
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