Is Hazelnut and Cocoa Yogurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Consum
Hazelnut and Cocoa Yogurt is a dairy from Consum. 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 Caramel Color, Flavors, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This yogurt contains several processed ingredients like sugar and modified starch, alongside preservatives like potassium sorbate (E202). These factors indicate a moderate quality composition with some safety concerns.
Main concern
High sugar content (12.4%) raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
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 hazelnuts (2.4%), providing a natural flavor and potential nutritional benefits.
- Includes lactic ferments, which are beneficial for gut health and contribute to yogurt's texture.
Concerns
- High sugar content (12.4%) raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
- Contains potassium sorbate (E202), a synthetic preservative that may raise quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This dairy 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 dairy so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Whole Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Whole Milk is used here as base. Whole milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing creaminess and essential nutrients. Its quality is generally high, sourced from Spain.
Role in formula: base
Original: LECHE entera pasteurizada
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Is Pasteurized Cream safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Cream is used here as base. Pasteurized cream adds richness and enhances the mouthfeel of the yogurt. It is a natural dairy product.
Role in formula: base
Original: NATA pasteurizada
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar (12.4%) is used to sweeten the yogurt but contributes to higher calorie content and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar 12,4%
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient in yogurt, used to adjust consistency without impacting nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: agua
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dairy?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as flavor. Hazelnuts (2.4%) provide a distinct flavor and may offer health benefits, including healthy fats and antioxidants.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: AVELLANAS 2,4%
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this dairy?
Good
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins contribute to the yogurt's texture and nutritional profile, enhancing its protein content.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteínas de la LECHE
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Is Modified Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used to improve texture and stability but raises concerns about processing and additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: almidón modificado
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Is Cocoa safe in this dairy?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa (0.4%) adds flavor and may provide some antioxidant properties, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao 0,4%
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Is Caramel Color safe in this dairy?
Bad
Caramel Color is used here as colorant. Caramel color (E150a) is an artificial colorant that may raise concerns about synthetic additives in food products.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colorante: E150a
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Is Flavors safe in this dairy?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are often synthetic and can raise concerns about the quality and safety of the ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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Is Emulsifier E471 safe in this dairy?
Medium
Emulsifier E471 is used here as emulsifier. E471 is a mono- and diglycerides emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgente: E471
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservador E202
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Is Lactic Ferments safe in this dairy?
Good
Lactic Ferments is used here as natural_extract. Lactic ferments are beneficial for gut health and contribute to the yogurt's characteristic tangy flavor.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermentos LÁCTICOS (LECHE)
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: 4165976
More from this brand: Consum products in Zerotox
Similar products: dairy in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts
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