Is Ice Cream with Strawberry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
xx:bon-gelati
xx:bon-gelati's Ice Cream with Strawberry 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 Glucose Fructose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose-fructose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and fruit puree are present but diluted by synthetic additives.
Main concern
High levels of glucose-fructose syrup and dextrose indicate significant added sugars, raising health 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 strawberry puree (14.2%) providing some natural fruit flavor.
- Natural colorants from beet juice and carrot enhance visual appeal without synthetic dyes.
- Includes stabilizers like guar gum and xanthan, which are generally accepted in ice cream formulations.
Concerns
- High levels of glucose-fructose syrup and dextrose indicate significant added sugars, raising health concerns.
- Presence of emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides) suggests processing that may detract from overall quality.
- Contains stabilizers that, while functional, indicate a more processed product with potential quality implications.
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 safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk is used here as base. Skimmed milk serves as the primary base, providing a creamy texture while being lower in fat compared to whole milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: Entrahmte Milch
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Is Strawberry Puree safe in this dessert?
Good
Strawberry Puree is used here as flavor. Strawberry puree contributes natural flavor and color, enhancing the product's fruitiness and appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Erdbeerpüree
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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 higher calorie content and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can lead to excessive sugar intake and associated health risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose-Fruktose-Sirup
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat adds creaminess but is a saturated fat, raising concerns about heart health when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosfett
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Is Stabilizers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Stabilizers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers like guar gum and xanthan are used to improve texture but indicate a processed nature of the product.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabilisatoren (Johannisbrotkernmehl, Guarkernmehl, Pektine, Xanthan)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance flavor and preserve freshness, but it is a synthetic additive that raises processing concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Sauerungsmittel: Citronensäure
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances taste but can be vague in origin, raising questions about the specific sources used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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: 3859651
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Allergens detected: gluten , soy , tree_nuts , peanuts
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