Is Sweet Mango Memories Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ben & Jerry's
Ben & Jerry's's Sweet Mango Memories is reviewed here as a dessert. 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 Syrup, Stabilizers.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This ice cream contains several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and modified starch, which raise quality concerns. The presence of carrageenan as a stabilizer also indicates potential issues with synthetic additives.
Main concern
Carrageenan is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about digestive health.
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 mango puree and passion fruit juice, providing some natural fruit flavors.
- Includes natural emulsifiers like soy lecithin, which can improve texture without synthetic alternatives.
Concerns
- Carrageenan is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about digestive health.
- High sugar content from glucose syrup and added sugars may contribute to overall quality issues.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream provides a rich texture and flavor in this ice cream, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: CREME
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that helps achieve the desired consistency in ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar adds sweetness but is a refined ingredient that can raise health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Skimmed Milk Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Concentrate is used here as base. This ingredient contributes to creaminess but is a processed form of milk that may lack some nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: LAIT concentré écrémé
Read the full ingredient profile for Skimmed Milk Concentrate
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can lead to rapid spikes in blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this dessert?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk acts as a natural emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients and improve texture.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: jaune d'ŒUF
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as fat. Coconut oil adds creaminess but is a saturated fat that may raise health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: fat
Original: huile de coco
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Is Mango Puree safe in this dessert?
Good
Mango Puree is used here as flavor. Mango puree provides natural flavor and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: purée de mangue
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed ingredient that may lack some nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: LAIT en poudre entier
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Is Mango safe in this dessert?
Good
Mango is used here as flavor. Mango contributes natural flavor and some vitamins, enhancing the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mangue
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Is Passion Fruit Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Passion Fruit Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. This ingredient adds a tropical flavor and some nutritional benefits, improving the overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de fruit de la passion concentré
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Is Lime Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Lime Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lime juice concentrate provides acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citron vert concentré
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Is Stabilizers safe in this dessert?
Bad
Stabilizers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers like modified starch and carrageenan are synthetic additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisants (amidon modifié, gomme guar, pectine, carraghénanes)
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Is Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter is used here as fat. Butter adds richness and flavor but is a saturated fat that may raise health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: fat
Original: BEURRE concentré
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citron concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Emulsifier Soy Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifier Soy Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithins help blend ingredients but are processed and may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant (lecithines de SOJA)
Read the full ingredient profile for Emulsifier Soy Lecithins
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Is Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Vanilla extract provides natural flavor, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic alternatives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait de vanille
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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.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring enhances taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel
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Is Carrot Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Carrot Juice Concentrate is used here as colorant. Carrot juice concentrate adds color and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the overall quality.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: jus de carotte concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Carrot Juice Concentrate
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Is Apple Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Apple Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Apple juice concentrate provides sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de pomme concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Juice Concentrate
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Is Pumpkin Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Pumpkin Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Pumpkin juice concentrate adds flavor and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de citrouille concentré
Read the full ingredient profile for Pumpkin Juice Concentrate
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: 4206079
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , soy
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