Vanilla Yoghurt product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Vanilla Yoghurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Pauls

Pauls's Vanilla Yoghurt is reviewed here as a dairy. 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 Flavours, Sweetener 950 955.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This vanilla yoghurt contains skim milk and live cultures, but also includes synthetic sweeteners (950, 955) and a thickener (1442), raising quality concerns.

Main concern

Includes synthetic sweeteners (950, 955) which may raise safety 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 live cultures from milk, which can support gut health.
  • Skim milk provides a lower fat option compared to whole milk.
  • Vanilla bean adds natural flavor, enhancing taste without artificial ingredients.

Concerns

  • Includes synthetic sweeteners (950, 955) which may raise safety concerns.
  • Thickener (1442) is a processed ingredient that can indicate lower quality.
  • Flavours are unspecified, which may include artificial components.

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 dairy, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Skim Milk safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Skim Milk is used here as base. Skim milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing a lower fat dairy option while retaining essential nutrients.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: skim milk

    Read the full ingredient profile for Skim Milk

  • Is Water safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water is used to adjust the consistency of the yoghurt, ensuring a smooth texture without adding calories.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: water

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Milk Solids safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Milk Solids is used here as base. Milk solids contribute to the creaminess and nutritional profile of the yoghurt, enhancing its texture and flavor.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: milk solids

    Read the full ingredient profile for Milk Solids

  • Is Thickener 1442 safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Thickener 1442 is used here as thickener. Thickener 1442 is a processed ingredient used to improve texture, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: thickener (1442)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Thickener 1442

  • Is Flavours safe in this dairy?

    Bad

    Flavours is used here as flavor. The unspecified 'flavours' may include artificial components, which can detract from the overall quality of the product.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: flavours

    Read the full ingredient profile for Flavours

  • Is Lemon Pulp safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Lemon Pulp is used here as flavor. Lemon pulp adds natural flavor and a hint of acidity, enhancing the overall taste profile of the yoghurt.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: lemon pulp

    Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Pulp

  • Is Sweetener 950 955 safe in this dairy?

    Bad

    Sweetener 950 955 is used here as sweetener. Synthetic sweeteners (950, 955) are included to reduce sugar content, but they raise safety and quality concerns due to their artificial nature.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sweetner (950, 955)

  • Is Vanilla Bean 0 01 safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Vanilla Bean 0 01 is used here as flavor. Vanilla bean provides a natural flavoring, contributing to the product's taste without relying on artificial additives.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: vanilla bean (0.01%)

  • Is Salt safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor but can also raise concerns about sodium content in dairy products.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: salt

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Live Cultures From Milk safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Live Cultures From Milk is used here as natural_extract. Live cultures are beneficial for gut health, contributing to the probiotic content of the yoghurt.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: live cultures (from milk)

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: 4253311

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Pauls — Vanilla Yoghurt has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Pauls products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Pauls — Vanilla Yoghurt has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains live cultures from milk, which can support gut health.; Skim milk provides a lower fat option compared to whole milk.; Vanilla bean adds natural flavor, enhancing taste without artificial ingredients.. See the Pros section above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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This vanilla yoghurt contains skim milk and live cultures, but also includes synthetic sweeteners (950, 955) and a thickener (1442), raising quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Pauls — Vanilla Yoghurt has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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This product is flagged for: Includes synthetic sweeteners (950, 955) which may raise safety concerns.; Thickener (1442) is a processed ingredient that can indicate lower quality.; Flavours are unspecified, which may include artificial components.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: skim milk, water, milk solids. See the Ingredients section above.

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