Is Hazelnut Gelato Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Percorsi Di Gusto
Hazelnut Gelato is a dessert from Percorsi Di Gusto. 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 Glucose Syrup, Dextrose, Flavoring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk proteins and lactose indicates dairy content.
Main concern
Contains glucose syrup and dextrose, which are processed sugars that may raise quality concerns.
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 hazelnut paste (7%), providing a natural flavor and texture.
- Includes coconut oil, which is a plant-based fat alternative.
- Uses stabilizers like sodium alginate, which are derived from natural sources.
Concerns
- Contains glucose syrup and dextrose, which are processed sugars that may raise quality concerns.
- Includes emulsifiers like diglycerides of fatty acids, which are synthetic and can be problematic.
- Presence of milk proteins and lactose may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
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 Rehydrated Skim Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rehydrated Skim Milk is used here as base. Rehydrated skim milk serves as the primary base for this gelato, providing creaminess but is processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: Latte scremato reidratato
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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 sweetness levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Good
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is a plant-based fat that adds creaminess and is considered a healthier fat option.
Role in formula: base
Original: olio di cocco
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as flavor. Hazelnut paste (7%) provides a rich, nutty flavor and contributes to the overall texture of the gelato.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pasta di nocciole 7%
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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 lead to higher sugar content and raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sciroppo di glucosio
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts (2%) add natural flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the gelato.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: mezze nocciole 2%
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Is Dextrose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to sweetness but raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: destrosio
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins contribute to the creaminess and texture but may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteine del latte
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but can be problematic for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: lattosio
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Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Low-fat cocoa powder adds a chocolate flavor but is processed and may contain additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao magro in polvere
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Is Flavoring safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is a vague term that may indicate artificial or synthetic additives, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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Is Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids safe in this dessert?
Bad
Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. Diglycerides are synthetic emulsifiers that help blend ingredients but raise concerns about processed additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsionante: e digliceridi degli acidi grassi
Read the full ingredient profile for Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids
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Is Sodium Alginate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sodium Alginate is used here as stabilizer. Sodium alginate is a natural thickener derived from seaweed, used to improve texture but is processed.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilizzanti: alginato di sodio
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Is Carob Bean Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Carob Bean Flour is used here as thickener. Carob bean flour is a natural thickener that helps improve texture but is processed.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: farina di semi di carrube
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Is Guar Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is a natural thickener that enhances texture but is processed and may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gomma di guar
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: 4143070
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Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts
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