Kalo Authentic Greek Yoghurt (Black Doris Plum) product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Kalo Authentic Greek Yoghurt (Black Doris Plum) Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Meadow Fresh

Kalo Authentic Greek Yoghurt (Black Doris Plum) is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Meadow Fresh. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Potassium Sorbate, Carmine affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This yogurt contains Greek yogurt made from low fat milk and live cultures, along with a plum blend. The presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative raises some quality concerns.

Main concern

Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises 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 live cultures which are beneficial for gut health.
  • Greek yogurt base provides a creamy texture and flavor.
  • Low fat milk contributes to a lower fat content.
  • Black Doris plum adds natural fruit flavor.

Concerns

  • Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns.
  • Carmine is an artificial colorant derived from insects, which may not appeal to all consumers.
  • Sugar content is present in the plum blend, which may be a concern for some.
  • Natural flavor is vague and may indicate processed components.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.

  • Is Low Fat Milk safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Low Fat Milk is used here as base. Low fat milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing a creamy texture while reducing overall fat content.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: low fat milk

  • Is Live Cultures safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Live Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Live cultures are beneficial bacteria that contribute to gut health and enhance the yogurt's probiotic properties.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: live cultures (milk)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Live Cultures

  • Is Black Doris Plum safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Black Doris Plum is used here as flavor. Black Doris plum adds natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the yogurt.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Black Doris plum

  • Is Sugar safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars in the diet.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sugar

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Natural Starch safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Natural Starch is used here as thickener. Natural starch is used to improve texture and consistency, though it is a processed ingredient.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: natural starch

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Starch

  • Is Natural Flavour safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Natural Flavour is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific components.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: natural flavour

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Flavour

  • Is Sodium Citrate safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Sodium Citrate is used here as acidulant. Sodium citrate acts as an acidity regulator, helping to balance the yogurt's flavor profile.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: acidity regulator (sodium citrate)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Citrate

  • Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dairy?

    Bad

    Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: preservative (potassium sorbate)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Potassium Sorbate

  • Is Carmine safe in this dairy?

    Bad

    Carmine is used here as colorant. Carmine is an artificial colorant derived from insects, which may not be suitable for all consumers and raises ethical concerns.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: colour (carmine)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Carmine

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: 4262168

More from this brand: Meadow Fresh products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Meadow Fresh — Kalo Authentic Greek Yoghurt (Black Doris Plum) has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
Meadow Fresh — Kalo Authentic Greek Yoghurt (Black Doris Plum) has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Meadow Fresh products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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Our analysis notes: Contains live cultures which are beneficial for gut health.; Greek yogurt base provides a creamy texture and flavor.; Low fat milk contributes to a lower fat content.. See the Pros section above.
This yogurt contains Greek yogurt made from low fat milk and live cultures, along with a plum blend. The presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative raises some quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: low fat milk, live cultures, black doris plum. See the Ingredients section above.
Meadow Fresh — Kalo Authentic Greek Yoghurt (Black Doris Plum) has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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