Is Soy Drink Zero Sugars Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Conad Piacersi
Conad Piacersi's Soy Drink Zero Sugars is reviewed here as a plant milk. Zerotox gives it 70/100 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 Monopotassium Phosphate.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes soybeans and natural flavors, but also contains stabilizers and acidity regulators. The presence of synthetic additives raises some quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains potassium phosphate, a synthetic acidity regulator with mixed safety perceptions.
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 soybeans, providing a plant-based protein source.
- Includes vitamins B2, B12, and D, which can support dietary needs.
- Natural flavors enhance taste without artificial additives.
- Low in sugars, making it suitable for sugar-restricted diets.
Concerns
- Contains potassium phosphate, a synthetic acidity regulator with mixed safety perceptions.
- Gellan gum is a stabilizer that may raise concerns for some consumers.
- Includes sea salt, which may not be suitable for low-sodium diets.
- The overall composition is processed, which may not appeal to all consumers.
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 plant milk, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this plant milk?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for this drink, providing hydration without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Acqua
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Is Dehulled Soybeans safe in this plant milk?
Good
Dehulled Soybeans is used here as base. Dehulled soybeans contribute to the drink's protein content and are a natural source of nutrients, supporting a plant-based diet.
Role in formula: base
Original: semi di soia decorticati
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Is Calcium Carbonate safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Calcium Carbonate is used here as fortifier. Calcium carbonate is used to fortify the drink, providing essential calcium but may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: carbonato di calcio
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Is Monopotassium Phosphate safe in this plant milk?
Bad
Monopotassium Phosphate is used here as acidulant. Monopotassium phosphate is an acidity regulator that can be synthetic, raising concerns about its safety and processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: fosfato monopotassico
Read the full ingredient profile for Monopotassium Phosphate
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance the drink's taste but can vary in composition, leading to potential quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromi naturali
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Is Gellan Gum safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Gellan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Gellan gum is a stabilizer that helps maintain texture but may not be well-received by all consumers due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: gomma di gellano
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Is Sea Salt safe in this plant milk?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for flavor enhancement but may not be suitable for those on sodium-restricted diets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sale marino
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Is Riboflavin safe in this plant milk?
Good
Riboflavin is used here as fortifier. Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) is included for fortification, supporting energy metabolism and overall health.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: Riboflavina (Vitamina B2)
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Is Vitamin B12 safe in this plant milk?
Good
Vitamin B12 is used here as fortifier. Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve function and is particularly important in plant-based diets, enhancing the drink's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: Vitamina B12
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Is Vitamin D safe in this plant milk?
Good
Vitamin D is used here as fortifier. Vitamin D is included to support bone health and immune function, making this drink a more nutritious option.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: Vitamina D
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: 4126347
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Allergens detected: soy
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