Is Probiotic Mixed Berry Yoggies Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nature's Garden
This page reviews Probiotic Mixed Berry Yoggies by Nature's Garden as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes soluble corn fiber and palm fat, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of sugar and palm kernel oil also indicates a less favorable quality profile.
Main concern
Sugar is a significant ingredient, raising concerns about added 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 fruit purees like apple and mixed berries, providing natural flavors and some nutritional benefits.
- Includes probiotics (Lactobacillus Rhamnosus GG), which may support gut health.
- Natural flavors are used, which can enhance taste without synthetic additives.
- Citrus pectin acts as a stabilizer, contributing to texture without harmful effects.
Concerns
- Sugar is a significant ingredient, raising concerns about added sweetness and potential health impacts.
- Palm kernel oil is present, which is often criticized for environmental concerns related to palm oil production.
- The yogurt coating contains nonfat dry milk, which may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.
- Soluble corn fiber, while a fiber source, is a processed ingredient that may not provide the same benefits as whole food fibers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Apple Puree safe in this snack?
Good
Apple Puree is used here as base. Apple puree provides natural sweetness and flavor, contributing to the overall fruit content of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Apple Puree
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Is Strawberry Puree safe in this snack?
Good
Strawberry Puree is used here as base. Strawberry puree adds flavor and nutritional value, being rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Role in formula: base
Original: Strawberry Puree
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Is Blueberry Puree safe in this snack?
Good
Blueberry Puree is used here as base. Blueberry puree contributes to the fruit flavor profile and is known for its antioxidant properties.
Role in formula: base
Original: Blueberry Puree
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Is Raspberry Puree safe in this snack?
Good
Raspberry Puree is used here as base. Raspberry puree enhances the berry flavor and provides dietary fiber and vitamins.
Role in formula: base
Original: Raspberry Puree
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and brightness to the flavor profile, enhancing overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Lemon Juice Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Elderberry Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Elderberry Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Elderberry juice concentrate is included for flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Elderberry Juice Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Elderberry Juice Concentrate
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Is Soluble Corn Fiber safe in this snack?
Medium
Soluble Corn Fiber is used here as thickener. Soluble corn fiber is used for texture and fiber content but is a processed ingredient with mixed health implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Soluble Corn Fiber
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Is Citrus Fiber safe in this snack?
Good
Citrus Fiber is used here as thickener. Citrus fiber is a natural thickening agent that can improve texture without negative health effects.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Citrus Fiber
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Is Citrus Pectin safe in this snack?
Good
Citrus Pectin is used here as stabilizer. Citrus pectin serves as a stabilizer, enhancing texture while being derived from natural sources.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Citrus Pectin
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Is Palm Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Palm Fat is used here as fat. Palm fat is used for texture but raises concerns regarding sustainability and health implications.
Role in formula: fat
Original: Palm Fat [RSPO-SG]
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary ingredient, contributing to sweetness but raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Palm Kernel Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Palm Kernel Oil is used here as fat. Palm kernel oil is included for texture but is often criticized for its environmental impact.
Role in formula: fat
Original: Palm Kernel Oil
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Is Nonfat Dry Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Nonfat Dry Milk is used here as base. Nonfat dry milk adds creaminess but may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Nonfat Dry Milk
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Is Yogurt Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Yogurt Powder is used here as base. Yogurt powder provides flavor and probiotics but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Yogurt Powder [Cultured Whey Protein Concentrate and Cultured Skim Milk]
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Is Greek Yogurt Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Greek Yogurt Powder is used here as base. Greek yogurt powder adds protein and flavor but is also a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Greek Yogurt Powder [Nonfat Milk Solids, Culture, Lactic Acid, Natural Flavor]
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soy Lecithin [Emulsifier]
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is included for flavor and preservation but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Lactic Acid
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances taste but lacks transparency regarding specific sources.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Flavor
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement but contributes to sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Natural Mixed Berry Type Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Mixed Berry Type Flavor is used here as flavor. This flavoring adds berry taste but may not be derived from whole food sources.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Mixed Berry Type Flavor
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Is Microencapsulated Probiotic Lactobacillus Rhamnosus Gg safe in this snack?
Good
Microencapsulated Probiotic Lactobacillus Rhamnosus Gg is used here as natural_extract. This probiotic strain is included for potential gut health benefits, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Microencapsulated Probiotic Lactobacillus Rhamnosus GG
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: 4151844
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Allergens detected: milk
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