Is Dairy Ice Cream Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aldi
Aldi's Dairy Ice Cream is reviewed here as a dessert. 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, Dextrose, Hydrogenated Coconut Fat.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like hydrogenated coconut fat and stabilizers such as carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and dextrose also indicates a high level of processing.
Main concern
Hydrogenated coconut fat raises concerns due to its processing and potential health implications.
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 milk proteins which can provide some nutritional value.
- Includes natural stabilizers like guar gum, which can improve texture.
Concerns
- Hydrogenated coconut fat raises concerns due to its processing and potential health implications.
- Carrageenan is a controversial thickener linked to digestive issues in some individuals.
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 dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides a source of dairy protein and contributes to the creaminess of the ice cream. However, it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Leite em pó magro reconstituído
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns related to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: açúcar
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Is Dextrose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can increase the sweetness and caloric content of the product, raising concerns about sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins contribute to the nutritional profile and texture of the ice cream, providing essential amino acids.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteínas do leite
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor to the ice cream but is a source of saturated fat, which can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: natas
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Is Hydrogenated Coconut Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Hydrogenated Coconut Fat is used here as base. Hydrogenated coconut fat is a processed fat that can contain trans fats, raising health concerns related to heart health.
Role in formula: base
Original: gordura de coco totalmente hidrogenada
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Coconut Fat
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar content and potential health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: xarope de glicose
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Is Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids safe in this dessert?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help maintain texture and prevent separation but are processed ingredients with mixed safety profiles.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsionante (mono e diglicéridos de ácidos gordos)
Read the full ingredient profile for Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids
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Is Carrageenan safe in this dessert?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as stabilizer. Carrageenan is used for thickening and stabilizing but has been linked to digestive issues and inflammation in some studies.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: carra - genina
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Is Carob Seed Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Carob Seed Flour is used here as stabilizer. Carob seed flour acts as a thickening agent, providing texture without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: farinha de sementes de alfarroba
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Is Guar Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is a natural thickener that can improve texture but may cause digestive issues in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: goma de guar
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Is Flavoring safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is added to enhance taste but may be artificial, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor and balance sweetness, contributing to overall taste without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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: 3528719
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Allergens detected: milk
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