Is Vanilla Soy Drink Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Eurospin
Eurospin's Vanilla Soy Drink is reviewed here as a soft drink. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes soybeans and natural vanilla flavor, but also contains sugar and several additives like gellan gum and mono- and diglycerides, raising moderate concerns about processing and quality.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes soybeans and natural vanilla flavor, but also contains sugar and several additives like gellan gum and mono- and diglycerides, raising moderate concerns about processing and quality.
Main concern
Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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.
- Natural vanilla flavor enhances taste without artificial additives.
- Calcium carbonate adds calcium, beneficial for bone health.
- Gluten-free, suitable for those with gluten intolerance.
Concerns
- Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Gellan gum is a stabilizer that may raise questions about processing.
- Mono- and diglycerides are emulsifiers that can be derived from unhealthy fats.
- Potassium phosphates as acidity regulators may indicate processing concerns.
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 soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this drink, ensuring a liquid consistency without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: acqua
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Is Soybeans safe in this soft drink?
Good
Soybeans is used here as base. Soybeans provide a source of plant-based protein and essential amino acids, contributing positively to the drink's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: semi di SOIA decorticati
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about potential overconsumption of added sugars in the diet.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Calcium Carbonate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Calcium Carbonate is used here as acidulant. Calcium carbonate is used to fortify the drink with calcium, but it is a synthetic compound that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: carbonato di calcio
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this soft drink?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances the drink's taste profile without the use of artificial flavoring agents, supporting a more natural composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma naturale di vaniglia
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Is Pumpkin Juice Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Good
Pumpkin Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Pumpkin juice concentrate adds flavor and may provide some nutritional benefits, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: succo concentrato di zucca
Read the full ingredient profile for Pumpkin Juice Concentrate
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Is Salt safe in this soft drink?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor, but its presence should be monitored to avoid excessive sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sale
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Is Gellan Gum safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Gellan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Gellan gum is a stabilizer that helps maintain the drink's texture, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: gomma di gellano
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help blend ingredients but can be derived from unhealthy fats, raising concerns about their quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: mono - e digliceridi degli acidi grassi
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Is Potassium Phosphates safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Potassium Phosphates is used here as acidulant. Potassium phosphates are used to regulate acidity, but their synthetic nature may raise questions about processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: fosfati di potassio
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Is Riboflavin safe in this soft drink?
Good
Riboflavin is used here as vitamin. Riboflavin (B2) is an essential vitamin that supports energy metabolism and contributes positively to the drink's nutritional value.
Role in formula: vitamin
Original: riboflavina B2
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Is Vitamin B12 safe in this soft drink?
Good
Vitamin B12 is used here as vitamin. Vitamin B12 is crucial for nerve function and the production of DNA and red blood cells, enhancing the drink's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: vitamin
Original: vitamina B12
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Is Vitamin D safe in this soft drink?
Good
Vitamin D is used here as vitamin. Vitamin D is important for calcium absorption and bone health, adding to the drink's overall nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: vitamin
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: 4138577
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