Is Sour Cream - Creamy Mild Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost
This page reviews Sour Cream - Creamy Mild by Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost as a dairy. 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 sour milk (quark) and cream, but also contains sugar and maltodextrin, which raise concerns about added sugars and processed ingredients. The presence of thickeners like guar gum and xanthan indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
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 sour milk (quark) which provides a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes natural ingredients like herbs and spices for added flavor.
- Uses milk-based ingredients, which can be beneficial for taste and texture.
- The presence of microbial cultures suggests some probiotic benefits.
Concerns
- Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
- Maltodextrin is a processed ingredient that may affect blood sugar levels.
- Includes thickeners like guar gum and xanthan, indicating a processed composition.
- Egg yolk from caged hens raises ethical concerns regarding animal welfare.
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 dairy and why it matters.
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Is Quark safe in this dairy?
Good
Quark is used here as base. Quark is a dairy product that provides a creamy texture and is a source of protein. Its use in this product enhances the overall flavor and consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Speisequark
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Is Cream safe in this dairy?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and a smooth mouthfeel to the sour cream, contributing to its creamy consistency and flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sahne
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this dairy?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used for texture and stability. While it is a vegetable oil, concerns about processing and omega-6 fatty acid balance exist.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative. Its presence is common in dairy products to improve taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and its health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar adds acidity and flavor. While it is a common ingredient, its processing raises some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Branntweinessig
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this dairy?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk contributes to the creaminess and stability of the product. However, ethical concerns regarding sourcing exist.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Eigelb
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Is Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used to improve texture and stability. While it is a common thickening agent, it is processed and may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stärke
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Is Herbs safe in this dairy?
Good
Herbs is used here as flavor. Herbs enhance flavor naturally, contributing to the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kräuter
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Is Onions safe in this dairy?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions provide natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the sour cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Spices safe in this dairy?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices add complexity and depth to the flavor profile, contributing to the product's overall appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this dairy?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture. It can affect blood sugar levels and raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Maltodextrin
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Is Mustard Seeds safe in this dairy?
Good
Mustard Seeds is used here as flavor. Mustard seeds add a unique flavor and can enhance the overall taste profile of the sour cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Senfsaaten
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Is Thickeners Guar Gum Xanthan safe in this dairy?
Medium
Thickeners Guar Gum Xanthan is used here as thickener. Guar gum and xanthan are used to improve texture and stability. While they are common, they indicate a processed nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel (Guarkernmehl, Xanthan)
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: 3849408
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Allergens detected: milk , egg
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