Is Cocoa Cream Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Makro
Makro's Cocoa Cream 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Monoglycerides And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids, Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and skimmed milk powder, which are common in sweet spreads. However, the presence of emulsifiers and powdered whey raises concerns about processing and ingredient quality.
Main concern
High sugar content may raise concerns about sweetness and health.
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 powder, providing a rich flavor profile.
- Includes hazelnut paste, adding a nutty taste and texture.
- Emulsifiers like soy lecithin help maintain product consistency.
- Skimmed milk powder contributes to creaminess without excess fat.
Concerns
- High sugar content may raise concerns about sweetness and health.
- Presence of powdered whey indicates processing and potential additives.
- Emulsifiers can be synthetic, raising questions about ingredient quality.
- May contain traces of tree nuts, posing allergy risks.
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.
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Azúcar
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common vegetable oil used for texture but is often refined, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite de girasol
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Is Defatted Cocoa Powder safe in this food?
Good
Defatted Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Defatted cocoa powder provides a rich chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao desgrasado en polvo
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed dairy ingredient, which may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: LECHE desnatada en polvo
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this food?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as flavor. Hazelnut paste adds a natural nutty flavor and texture, enhancing the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pasta de AVELLANAS
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Is Whey Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy byproduct that adds protein but is processed, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: SUERO LÁCTEO en polvo
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: lecitina de SOJA
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Is Monoglycerides And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids safe in this food?
Bad
Monoglycerides And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers are often derived from processed fats and can raise concerns about their synthetic nature and health implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: monoglicéridos y digliceridos de ácidos grasos
Read the full ingredient profile for Monoglycerides And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids
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Is Flavors safe in this food?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Artificial flavors can be synthetic and may raise concerns about the quality and safety of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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: 4166043
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Allergens detected: tree_nuts , milk
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