Is Swedish Munchies Ice Cream Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nick S
Swedish Munchies Ice Cream is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Nick S. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Allulose, Modified Plant Based Oil, Erythritol affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like erythritol and allulose, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of modified oils and gums also indicates a less natural formulation.
Main concern
Erythritol and allulose 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 dairy protein blend, providing a source of protein.
- Includes almond flour, which adds some nutritional value.
- Uses steviol glycosides as a sweetener, a natural alternative to sugar.
- Cocoa processed with alkali offers a rich flavor profile.
Concerns
- Erythritol and allulose are synthetic sweeteners, raising quality concerns.
- Modified plant-based oil (EPG) indicates processing that may affect quality.
- Presence of multiple gums and stabilizers suggests a highly processed product.
- Contains mono & diglycerides, which are often derived from processed fats.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream serves as a primary ingredient, providing richness and a creamy texture. Its quality is generally high, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: CREAM
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common base in ice creams, aiding in texture and consistency without adding calories or significant nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Milk Protein Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Milk protein concentrate adds protein content and creaminess, enhancing the nutritional profile of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE
Read the full ingredient profile for Milk Protein Concentrate
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Is Whey Protein Isolate safe in this dessert?
Good
Whey Protein Isolate is used here as base. Whey protein isolate contributes additional protein, supporting the product's nutritional value while maintaining a smooth texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE
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Is Soluble Corn Fiber safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soluble Corn Fiber is used here as thickener. Soluble corn fiber acts as a thickener and bulking agent, which can improve texture but may raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: SOLUBLE CORN FIBER
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Is Allulose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Allulose is used here as sweetener. Allulose is a low-calorie sweetener that is processed and may raise concerns about synthetic additives in the formulation.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: ALLULOSE
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Is Modified Plant Based Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Modified Plant Based Oil is used here as emulsifier. Modified plant-based oil (EPG) is used for texture but indicates processing that may compromise ingredient quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: EPG (MODIFIED PLANT-BASED OIL)
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Is Erythritol safe in this dessert?
Bad
Erythritol is used here as sweetener. Erythritol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener, which can raise concerns about synthetic additives and digestive issues for some consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: ERYTHRITOL
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Is Cocoa Processed With Alkali safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Processed With Alkali is used here as flavor. Cocoa processed with alkali enhances flavor but may reduce some of the natural antioxidants found in cocoa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI
Read the full ingredient profile for Cocoa Processed With Alkali
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Is Almond Flour safe in this dessert?
Good
Almond Flour is used here as base. Almond flour adds nutritional value, including healthy fats and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: ALMOND FLOUR
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Is Chocolatey Chips safe in this dessert?
Medium
Chocolatey Chips is used here as flavor. Chocolatey chips provide flavor and texture but contain erythritol and cocoa butter, which may raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHOCOLATEY CHIPS (UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, ERYTHRITOL, COCOA BUTTER, STEVIOL GLYCOSIDES, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN)
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as fat. Coconut oil adds creaminess and flavor but is high in saturated fat, which may raise health concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: fat
Original: COCONUT OIL
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific components, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVOR
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Is Steviol Glycosides safe in this dessert?
Good
Steviol Glycosides is used here as sweetener. Steviol glycosides are natural sweeteners derived from the stevia plant, providing sweetness without calories and supporting a lower sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: STEVIOL GLYCOSIDES
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste profile of the ice cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Guar Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: GUAR GUM
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Is Cellulose Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cellulose Gum is used here as thickener. Cellulose gum is used for texture enhancement but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: CELLULOSE GUM
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Is Cellulose Gel safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cellulose Gel is used here as thickener. Cellulose gel serves as a thickener, improving texture but raises concerns about the use of processed ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: CELLULOSE GEL
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Is Mono Diglycerides safe in this dessert?
Bad
Mono Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. Mono & diglycerides are often derived from processed fats and can raise concerns about the quality and source of these ingredients.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: MONO & DIGLYCERIDES
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Is Corn Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used as a thickening agent but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating standards.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: CORN STARCH
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SUNFLOWER LECITHIN
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Is Locust Bean Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Locust Bean Gum is used here as thickener. Locust bean gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: LOCUST BEAN GUM
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Is Monk Fruit Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Monk Fruit Extract is used here as sweetener. Monk fruit extract is a natural sweetener that provides sweetness without calories, supporting a lower sugar content in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: MONK FRUIT EXTRACT
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and nutritional value, enhancing the overall quality of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHOLE MILK POWDER
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Is Chicory Root Fiber safe in this dessert?
Medium
Chicory Root Fiber is used here as thickener. Chicory root fiber is used for texture and may provide some prebiotic benefits, but it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: CHICORY ROOT FIBER
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Is Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds richness and flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste and texture of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: BUTTER (CREAM, SALT)
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: 3466664
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Allergens detected: milk , almond
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