Cacao Bean Plant-Based Shake product image with 70/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Cacao Bean Plant-Based Shake Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Koia

Cacao Bean Plant-Based Shake is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Koia. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Natural Flavors affect the overall evaluation.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

The composition includes almond milk and a proprietary protein blend, but also contains evaporated cane sugar and natural flavors, raising quality concerns.

Main concern

Evaporated cane sugar raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential for high 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

  • Almond milk provides a dairy-free base, contributing to a plant-based profile.
  • The proprietary blend of brown rice, pea, and hemp proteins offers a diverse amino acid profile.
  • Cocoa powder adds a rich flavor and is a natural source of antioxidants.
  • Cinnamon is included for flavor and may have additional benefits.

Concerns

  • Evaporated cane sugar raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential for high sweetness.
  • Natural flavors are often vague and can include synthetic components, raising quality questions.
  • Sunflower lecithin, while common, is a processed emulsifier that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.
  • Gellan gum and locust bean gum are thickening agents that may indicate a more processed product.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.

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: 3480523

More from this brand: Koia products in Zerotox

Similar products: soft_drink in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: almonds

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Frequently asked questions

Koia — Cacao Bean Plant-Based Shake has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis notes: Almond milk provides a dairy-free base, contributing to a plant-based profile.; The proprietary blend of brown rice, pea, and hemp proteins offers a diverse amino acid profile.; Cocoa powder adds a rich flavor and is a natural source of antioxidants.. See the Pros section above.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, almonds, hemp protein. See the Ingredients section above.
We detected: almonds. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Koia — Cacao Bean Plant-Based Shake has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Koia products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Koia — Cacao Bean Plant-Based Shake has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Evaporated cane sugar raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential for high sweetness.; Natural flavors are often vague and can include synthetic components, raising quality questions.; Sunflower lecithin, while common, is a processed emulsifier that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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