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Is Cacao Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Prima

Prima's Cacao is reviewed here as a food. 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 grass-fed bovine collagen peptides and organic cacao powder, but also contains milk and coconut, raising some quality concerns. The presence of beef tallow and honey indicates a mix of good and medium quality ingredients.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes grass-fed bovine collagen peptides and organic cacao powder, but also contains milk and coconut, raising some quality concerns. The presence of beef tallow and honey indicates a mix of good and medium quality ingredients.

Main concern

Grass-fed beef tallow is a saturated fat source, which raises concerns about its health implications in the diet.

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

  • Grass-fed bovine collagen peptides provide a source of protein and are generally considered a good quality ingredient.
  • Organic cacao powder and nibs contribute natural flavor and potential antioxidant benefits, supporting a moderate rating.
  • Organic vanilla extract adds flavor without synthetic additives, enhancing the overall quality of the product.

Concerns

  • Grass-fed beef tallow is a saturated fat source, which raises concerns about its health implications in the diet.
  • The inclusion of milk may pose allergen risks for lactose-intolerant individuals, affecting the product's accessibility.
  • Organic raw honey, while natural, is still a form of sugar, which may not align with all dietary preferences.

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 food, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Grass Fed Bovine Collagen Peptides safe in this food?

    Good

    Grass Fed Bovine Collagen Peptides is used here as base. Grass-fed bovine collagen peptides serve as a protein source in this product, indicating a focus on quality and sourcing.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Grass Fed Bovine Collagen Peptides

  • Is Grass Fed Protein Concentrate safe in this food?

    Good

    Grass Fed Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Grass-fed protein concentrate adds additional protein content, supporting the product's nutritional profile.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Grass Fed Protein Concentrate

  • Is Organic Raw Honey safe in this food?

    Medium

    Organic Raw Honey is used here as sweetener. Organic raw honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor but also contributes sugars, which may not suit all diets.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Organic Raw Honey

  • Is Grass Fed Beef Tallow safe in this food?

    Medium

    Grass Fed Beef Tallow is used here as base. Grass-fed beef tallow is a source of fat that can enhance flavor but raises concerns due to its saturated fat content.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Grass Fed Beef Tallow

  • Is Organic Cacao Nibs safe in this food?

    Good

    Organic Cacao Nibs is used here as base. Organic cacao nibs provide a rich chocolate flavor and are a source of antioxidants, enhancing the product's appeal.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Organic Cacao Nibs

    Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Cacao Nibs

  • Is Organic Cacao Powder safe in this food?

    Good

    Organic Cacao Powder is used here as base. Organic cacao powder contributes to the chocolate flavor and is known for its antioxidant properties, supporting quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Organic Cacao Powder

    Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Cacao Powder

  • Is Organic Vanilla Extract safe in this food?

    Good

    Organic Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Organic vanilla extract adds natural flavor without synthetic additives, enhancing the overall quality of the product.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Organic Vanilla Extract

    Read the full ingredient profile for Organic Vanilla Extract

  • Is Sea Salt safe in this food?

    Good

    Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is a natural flavor enhancer that can improve taste without the concerns associated with processed salts.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Sea Salt

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sea Salt

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: 3354207

More from this brand: Prima products in Zerotox

Similar products: food in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

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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.
Prima — Cacao has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Prima — Cacao has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.
Zerotox gives Prima — Cacao 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Prima — Cacao has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Prima products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The composition includes grass-fed bovine collagen peptides and organic cacao powder, but also contains milk and coconut, raising some quality concerns. The presence of beef tallow and honey indicates a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Grass-fed bovine collagen peptides provide a source of protein and are generally considered a good quality ingredient.; Organic cacao powder and nibs contribute natural flavor and potential antioxidant benefits, supporting a moderate rating.; Organic vanilla extract adds flavor without synthetic additives, enhancing the overall quality of the product.. See the Pros section above.
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.

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