Is Crunchies Maracuja Yogurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Best Moments
Crunchies Maracuja Yogurt is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Best Moments. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Maltodextrin, Modified Starch affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes sugar and maltodextrin, which are processed and raise quality concerns. However, the presence of fruit juice concentrate adds some natural elements.
Main concern
High sugar content from added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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 maracuja juice concentrate, providing a fruity flavor and some natural fruit content.
- Includes freeze-dried orange and lime juice powders, which contribute to flavor without artificial additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, contributing to high caloric content without nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Corn safe in this snack?
Medium
Corn is used here as base. Corn is used as a base ingredient, but its processing raises concerns about quality and nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mais
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, providing texture but is high in calories and lacks nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed dairy product that may contain additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Apple Puree Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Apple Puree Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Apple puree concentrate adds natural sweetness and flavor, contributing some fruit content.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Apfelpüreekonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Puree Concentrate
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Is Passion Fruit Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Passion Fruit Juice Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Passion fruit juice concentrate provides a natural fruity flavor and some vitamins.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Maracujasaftkonzentrat
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Is Skimmed Milk Yogurt safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Yogurt is used here as base. Skimmed milk yogurt adds creaminess but is lower in fat, which may affect flavor and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchjoghurt
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can spike blood sugar levels and lacks nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maltodextrin
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Is Modified Starch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used as a thickening agent but raises concerns about processing and additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity regulation but is a synthetic additive that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel (Citronensäure)
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Is Freeze Dried Orange Juice Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Freeze Dried Orange Juice Powder is used here as natural_extract. Freeze-dried orange juice powder adds natural flavor and some nutrients without artificial additives.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: gefriergetrocknetes Orangensaftpulver
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Is Freeze Dried Lime Juice Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Freeze Dried Lime Juice Powder is used here as natural_extract. Freeze-dried lime juice powder contributes natural flavor and acidity, enhancing the product's taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: gefriergetrocknetes Limettensaftpulver
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Is Natural Orange Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Orange Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural orange flavor enhances taste but may involve processing that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Orangenaroma
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used for flavor enhancement, but excessive amounts can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Emulsifier Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifier Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Lecithine (Soja))
Read the full ingredient profile for Emulsifier Soy Lecithin
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances taste but may involve processing that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Vanillearoma
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: 3565927
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