Is Poksis Peach Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Arla
Arla's Poksis Peach is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes pasteurized milk and fruit juice concentrates, but also contains corn starch and thickeners, indicating a mix of natural and processed ingredients that raise some quality concerns.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes pasteurized milk and fruit juice concentrates, but also contains corn starch and thickeners, indicating a mix of natural and processed ingredients that raise some quality concerns.
Main concern
Corn starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
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 pasteurized milk, providing a source of dairy nutrition.
- Includes fruit juice concentrates, adding natural flavors and sweetness.
- Dairy protein contributes to the overall nutritional profile.
- Contains D-vitamin, which is beneficial for bone health.
Concerns
- Corn starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
- Thickeners like guar gum and sodium alginate indicate a level of processing.
- Natural flavoring may lack transparency regarding its source.
- Presence of additives like carrot concentrate may not appeal to all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dairy, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Pasteurized Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients and a creamy texture. Its pasteurization ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pastöroitu maito
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is used as a solvent in this product, contributing to the overall consistency without adding any nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: vesi
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Is Strawberry Juice Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Good
Strawberry Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Strawberry juice concentrate adds natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the product's taste profile while providing some fruit-derived nutrients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mansikkatäysmehu tivisteestä
Read the full ingredient profile for Strawberry Juice Concentrate
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Is Apple Juice Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Good
Apple Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Apple juice concentrate contributes additional sweetness and flavor, complementing the strawberry and enhancing the overall fruitiness of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: omenatäysmehutiiviste
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Juice Concentrate
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Is Milk Protein safe in this dairy?
Good
Milk Protein is used here as base. Milk protein adds nutritional value, contributing to the protein content and supporting the product's creamy texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: maitoproteiini
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Is Corn Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used as a thickening agent, which can improve texture but raises concerns about the level of processing involved.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maissitärkkelys
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and brightness to the flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sitruunatäysmehutiiviste
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Milk Minerals safe in this dairy?
Good
Milk Minerals is used here as base. Milk minerals contribute to the nutritional profile, providing essential minerals that support overall health.
Role in formula: base
Original: maidon kivennäisaineet
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dairy?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is included to enhance taste, but its source and composition are not specified, which may raise transparency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: luontainen aromi
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Is Thickeners Guar Gum Pectin Sodium Alginate safe in this dairy?
Medium
Thickeners Guar Gum Pectin Sodium Alginate is used here as thickener. These thickeners improve texture and stability but indicate a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: sakeuttamisaineet (guarkumi, pektiinit, natriumalginaatti)
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Is Carrot Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Good
Carrot Concentrate is used here as colorant. Carrot concentrate is used for color and may provide some nutritional benefits, though its presence as an additive may not be favored by all.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: porkkanatiiviste
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Is Vitamin D safe in this dairy?
Good
Vitamin D is used here as fortificant. Vitamin D is added to enhance the nutritional profile, supporting bone health and overall wellness.
Role in formula: fortificant
Original: D-vitamiini
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Is Yogurt Culture safe in this dairy?
Good
Yogurt Culture is used here as natural_extract. Yogurt culture contributes to the fermentation process, enhancing flavor and texture while providing probiotic benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: jogurttihapate (+ A&B)
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: 4035864
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