Is Strawberry Soy Yogurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Alpro
Alpro's Strawberry Soy Yogurt is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This product contains a mix of ingredients including soy base and strawberry preparation. The presence of sugar and stabilizers raises some quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
This product contains a mix of ingredients including soy base and strawberry preparation. The presence of sugar and stabilizers raises some quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Includes sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in the composition.
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
- Soy base provides a plant-based alternative, appealing to those seeking dairy-free options.
- Contains live yogurt cultures (S. thermophilus, L. bulgaricus) which can contribute to gut health.
Concerns
- Includes sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in the composition.
- Stabilizers like pectins and acidity regulators may indicate a processed nature, affecting overall quality.
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 dairy, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this yogurt, essential for texture and consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: água
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Is Soybeans safe in this dairy?
Good
Soybeans is used here as base. Soybeans provide protein and a creamy texture, making this yogurt a suitable dairy alternative.
Role in formula: base
Original: grãos de soja descascados
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Is Strawberry safe in this dairy?
Good
Strawberry is used here as flavor. Strawberry contributes natural flavor and sweetness, enhancing the overall taste profile of the yogurt.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fruta
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about excessive sweetness in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: açúcar
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity, which can enhance flavor but may indicate processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: ácido cítrico
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Is Sodium Citrates safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sodium Citrates is used here as buffer. Sodium citrates help maintain pH balance, contributing to product stability but raising processing concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: citratos de sódio
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Is Malic Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Malic Acid is used here as acidulant. Malic acid adds tartness and helps regulate acidity, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: ácido málico
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Is Pectins safe in this dairy?
Medium
Pectins is used here as stabilizer. Pectins are used as stabilizers to improve texture, indicating a processed composition.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: pectinas
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Is Tricalcium Phosphate safe in this dairy?
Medium
Tricalcium Phosphate is used here as fortifier. Tricalcium phosphate is added for calcium fortification, but its synthetic nature raises some concerns.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: fosfato tricálcico
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Is Beet Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Good
Beet Concentrate is used here as colorant. Beet concentrate provides natural color, enhancing visual appeal without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: concentrado de beterraba
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dairy?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can be vague in origin, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas naturais
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Is Black Carrot Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Good
Black Carrot Concentrate is used here as colorant. Black carrot concentrate is a natural colorant that enhances the product's appearance without synthetic dyes.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: concentrado de cenoura negra
Read the full ingredient profile for Black Carrot Concentrate
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Is Sea Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for flavor enhancement, contributing to the overall taste without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal marinho
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Is Tocopherol Rich Extract safe in this dairy?
Good
Tocopherol Rich Extract is used here as antioxidant. This natural antioxidant helps preserve freshness, indicating a focus on quality and safety.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: extrato rico em tocoferóis
Read the full ingredient profile for Tocopherol Rich Extract
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Is Ascorbic Acid Esters safe in this dairy?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid Esters is used here as antioxidant. Ascorbic acid esters are used for preservation, but their synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: ésteres de ácidos gordos do ácido ascórbico
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Is Vitamin B2 safe in this dairy?
Good
Vitamin B2 is used here as fortifier. Vitamin B2 is added for nutritional enhancement, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: B2
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Is Vitamin B12 safe in this dairy?
Good
Vitamin B12 is used here as fortifier. Vitamin B12 is included for fortification, beneficial for those on plant-based diets.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: B12
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Is Vitamin D2 safe in this dairy?
Good
Vitamin D2 is used here as fortifier. Vitamin D2 is added to enhance nutritional value, supporting overall health.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: D2
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Is Live Yogurt Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Live Yogurt Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Live cultures contribute to probiotic benefits, enhancing gut health and overall product quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermentos vivos de iogurte
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: 3986279
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