Is Daim Lemon Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Daim
Daim Lemon is a dessert from Daim. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Palm Oil, Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of milk derivatives indicates potential allergen risks.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and sweetened condensed skim milk raises concerns about excessive 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
- Contains cocoa butter, which is a natural fat providing a smooth texture.
- Includes almond, adding a nutty flavor and some nutritional benefits.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and sweetened condensed skim milk raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Palm oil is present, which is often linked to environmental issues and health concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and potential health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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Is Palm Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a highly processed fat that raises environmental concerns due to deforestation and habitat destruction.
Role in formula: base
Original: palmeolje
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, providing a smooth texture and rich flavor without health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmør
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans, contributing to the chocolate flavor and providing some antioxidants.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaomasse
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Is Almond safe in this dessert?
Good
Almond is used here as natural_extract. Almonds add flavor and provide some nutritional benefits, including healthy fats and vitamins.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: _mandel_ (3%)
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy derivative that adds protein but may pose allergen risks for those sensitive to milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: mysepulver (melk)
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but may raise allergen concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: skummetmelkspulver
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat contributes to the product's creaminess but is a source of saturated fat, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: melkefett
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Is Whey Product safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Product is used here as base. Whey product is a dairy ingredient that adds protein but may cause issues for those with milk allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: myseprodukt (melk)
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Is Sweetened Condensed Skim Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sweetened Condensed Skim Milk is used here as sweetener. This ingredient adds sweetness and creaminess but is high in sugar and may pose allergen risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukret kondensert skummet melk
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Condensed Skim Milk
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in many food products, posing no significant health risks in moderation.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (soyalecitin)
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Is Flavors safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are often artificial and can raise concerns about synthetic additives in food products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromer
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: 4094551
More from this brand: Daim products in Zerotox
Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , almond , soy
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