Is Creamy Dairy-Free Yogurt, Strawberry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Forager
Creamy Dairy-Free Yogurt, Strawberry is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Forager. The product scores 75/100 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.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
This dairy-free yogurt contains cashew milk and strawberries, but also includes cane sugar and natural flavors, raising concerns about added sugars and processing. Overall, it presents a moderate quality profile.
Main concern
Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that may contribute to excessive sugar intake.
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
- Cashew milk provides a creamy texture and is a good alternative for those avoiding dairy.
- Strawberries contribute natural fruit flavor and color, enhancing the product's appeal.
- Live active cultures support probiotic benefits, promoting gut health.
- Plant-based ingredients align with vegan dietary preferences.
Concerns
- Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that may contribute to excessive sugar intake.
- Natural flavors are often processed and can obscure the true nature of the ingredients.
- Corn starch and rice starch are used as thickeners, which may raise concerns about processing.
- The presence of locust bean gum indicates the use of thickening agents, which may not appeal to all consumers.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Cashew Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Cashew Milk is used here as base. Cashew milk serves as the primary base, providing a creamy texture and a dairy alternative. It is minimally processed and offers a nutty flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cashewmilk (filtered water, ground cashews*)
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that adds sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar*
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Is Strawberries safe in this dairy?
Good
Strawberries is used here as flavor. Strawberries provide natural flavor and color, contributing to the product's appeal and offering some nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: strawberries*
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Is Corn Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used as a thickening agent, which can enhance texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: corn starch*
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Is Cassava Root safe in this dairy?
Good
Cassava Root is used here as thickener. Cassava root is a natural thickener that adds texture without synthetic additives, supporting a cleaner ingredient profile.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: cassava root*
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dairy?
Bad
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are often derived from various sources and can be highly processed, raising concerns about transparency and ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors*
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Is Rice Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch acts as a thickening agent, which can improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: rice starch*
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Is Fruit Vegetable Juice safe in this dairy?
Good
Fruit Vegetable Juice is used here as colorant. Fruit and vegetable juice is used for coloring, providing a natural alternative to synthetic colorants and enhancing visual appeal.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fruit & vegetable juice (for color)
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is plant-based and used for acidity, contributing to flavor but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: lactic acid (plant based)
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Is Locust Bean Gum safe in this dairy?
Medium
Locust Bean Gum is used here as stabilizer. Locust bean gum is a natural thickener that stabilizes the product but is still a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: locust bean gum*
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Is Live Active Vegan Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Live Active Vegan Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Live active cultures are beneficial probiotics that support gut health, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: live active vegan cultures (l. plantarum lm, l. acidophilus, b. bifidum, l. bulgaricus, s. thermophilus, l. delbruekii le)
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: 3449619
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