Is Sensofreddo Lemon Sorbet from Sicily Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dolfin
Dolfin's Sensofreddo Lemon Sorbet from Sicily is reviewed here as a ready meal. 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 sugar and glucose-fructose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. Natural lemon juice and pectin are present, indicating some natural components.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose-fructose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 natural lemon juice, providing authentic flavor and some natural acidity.
- Pectin is a natural thickener, enhancing texture without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose-fructose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Maltodextrins are processed carbohydrates that may not offer significant nutritional benefits.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this ready meal, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this ready meal?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing the necessary liquid base for the sorbet.
Role in formula: base
Original: Acqua
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Is Lemon Juice From Concentrate safe in this ready meal?
Good
Lemon Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds natural flavor and acidity, contributing to the refreshing taste of the sorbet.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: succo di frutta (da concentrato): limone 15%
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice From Concentrate
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Is Sugar safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about high sweetness levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this ready meal?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sweetness and lacks nutritional value.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sciroppo di glucosio-fruttosio
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Is Maltodextrins safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Maltodextrins is used here as thickener. Maltodextrins are used for texture but are processed carbohydrates with limited nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodestrine
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Is Vegetable Fiber safe in this ready meal?
Good
Vegetable Fiber is used here as thickener. Vegetable fiber can improve texture and may provide some dietary benefits, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: fibra vegetale
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Is Pectin safe in this ready meal?
Good
Pectin is used here as thickener. Pectin is a natural thickener derived from fruits, contributing to the sorbet's texture without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: addensanti: pectina
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Is Carob Bean Flour safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Carob Bean Flour is used here as thickener. Carob bean flour is used as a thickening agent, but it is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: farina di semi di carrube
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Is Food Grade Alcohol safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Food Grade Alcohol is used here as flavor. Food-grade alcohol is used in small amounts for flavor enhancement but raises concerns about alcohol content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: alcol buongusto (1%)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this ready meal?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acid that enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: correttore di acidità: acido citrico
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this ready meal?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is used to enhance taste but may involve processing, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma naturale
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: 4122410
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