Is Protein Coffee Bars Vanilla Latte Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Marley Coffee
Marley Coffee's Protein Coffee Bars Vanilla Latte is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Sucralose, Maltitol, Sorbitol.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sucralose and maltitol as sweeteners, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of skim milk powder and soy protein indicates a mix of good and medium quality ingredients.
Main concern
Sucralose and maltitol are synthetic sweeteners, raising 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 soy protein, which provides a plant-based protein source.
- Includes coffee, offering a caffeine boost for energy.
- Date paste adds natural sweetness and fiber.
- Polydextrose serves as a soluble fiber, potentially aiding digestion.
Concerns
- Sucralose and maltitol are synthetic sweeteners, raising quality concerns.
- Sorbitol may cause digestive discomfort in some individuals.
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative, indicating processing.
- Skim milk powder may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Soy safe in this snack?
Good
Soy is used here as base. Soy is a plant-based protein source that contributes to the protein content of the bars, supporting muscle health.
Role in formula: base
Original: soya
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Is Polydextrose safe in this snack?
Medium
Polydextrose is used here as thickener. Polydextrose is a soluble fiber used for texture and sweetness, but it may cause digestive issues in some people.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: polidextrosa
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Is Sucralose safe in this snack?
Bad
Sucralose is used here as sweetener. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that provides sweetness without calories but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucralosa
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Is Date Paste safe in this snack?
Good
Date Paste is used here as sweetener. Date paste is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: pasta de dátil
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Is Whey Protein Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Whey Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Whey protein concentrate is a high-quality protein source that supports muscle recovery and growth.
Role in formula: base
Original: concentrado de proteína de suero
Read the full ingredient profile for Whey Protein Concentrate
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Is Maltitol safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltitol is used here as sweetener. Maltitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener that can cause digestive discomfort and raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: maltitol
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Is Soy Protein safe in this snack?
Good
Soy Protein is used here as base. Soy protein is a complete protein source that supports muscle health and is suitable for vegetarians.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteína de soya
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Is Isolated Soy Protein Crisp safe in this snack?
Good
Isolated Soy Protein Crisp is used here as base. Isolated soy protein crisp adds texture and protein, enhancing the nutritional profile of the bars.
Role in formula: base
Original: crispy de proteína aislada de soya
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Is Hydrogenated Oligosaccharides And Polysaccharides safe in this snack?
Medium
Hydrogenated Oligosaccharides And Polysaccharides is used here as thickener. These ingredients are used for texture but may raise concerns about processing and quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: oligo y polisacáridos hidrogenados
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Is Skim Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skim Milk Powder is used here as base. Skim milk powder adds protein and calcium but may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: leche descremada en polvo
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and serves as a solvent in the formulation.
Role in formula: base
Original: agua
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Bad
Sorbitol is used here as sweetener. Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive issues and is considered a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sorbitol
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Is Freeze Dried Coffee safe in this snack?
Good
Freeze Dried Coffee is used here as flavor. Freeze-dried coffee provides flavor and caffeine, enhancing the overall taste profile of the bars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: café liofilizado
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this snack?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sorbato de potasio
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Is Natural Flavoring safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring enhances taste but may be processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: saborizante idéntico a natural
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Is Caffeine safe in this snack?
Good
Caffeine is used here as stimulant. Caffeine is a natural stimulant that can enhance alertness and energy levels.
Role in formula: stimulant
Original: cafeina
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: 4113839
More from this brand: Marley Coffee products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , soy
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