Is Yobark Strawberry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nature Valley
Nature Valley's Yobark Strawberry is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 55/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Maltodextrin, Brown Sugar Syrup.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and palm kernel oil, raising quality concerns. The presence of milk powder and soy lecithin indicates potential allergens.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, including granola and added sugar.
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 dried nonfat Greek yogurt, providing a source of dairy.
- Includes rolled oats in granola, which can contribute to fiber intake.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including granola and added sugar.
- Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises health concerns.
- Contains artificial color from vegetable juice and annatto extract, indicating processing.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Dried Nonfat Greek Yogurt safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Nonfat Greek Yogurt is used here as base. Dried nonfat Greek yogurt provides a dairy base but is processed, which may reduce its nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: Dried Nonfat Greek Yogurt
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Is Whey Protein Concentrate safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Whey protein concentrate is a processed dairy ingredient that adds protein but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey protein concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Whey Protein Concentrate
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Is Nonfat Milk safe in this snack?
Good
Nonfat Milk is used here as base. Nonfat milk is a good source of calcium and protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: nonfat milk
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Is Cultures safe in this snack?
Medium
Cultures is used here as base. Cultures are used for fermentation but do not contain live and active cultures in this product, limiting their benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: cultures (does not contain live and active cultures)
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Is Rolled Oats safe in this snack?
Good
Rolled Oats is used here as base. Rolled oats are a whole grain that provides fiber and can support digestive health.
Role in formula: base
Original: rolled oats
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sugar content and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a gluten-free ingredient but is processed, which may affect its nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: rice flour
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Is Whole Oat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Oat Flour is used here as base. Whole oat flour retains the bran and germ, providing more nutrients and fiber compared to refined flours.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole oat flour
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Medium
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener but is still high in sugars, contributing to the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: honey
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Is High Oleic Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
High Oleic Canola Oil is used here as base. High oleic canola oil is a processed oil that may have health implications due to its processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: high oleic canola oil
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is a common cooking oil but is often highly processed, raising concerns about its health effects.
Role in formula: base
Original: canola oil
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can spike blood sugar levels and is often used as a filler.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrin
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is a necessary mineral for flavor and preservation, but excessive amounts can be a concern.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Brown Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Brown Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar syrup is a concentrated sweetener that adds to the overall sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: brown sugar syrup
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Is Baking Soda safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Soda is used here as leavening agent. Baking soda is used as a leavening agent but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: baking soda
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is often derived from various sources but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is a processed ingredient that can raise concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified corn starch
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Is Vitamin E safe in this snack?
Good
Vitamin E is used here as antioxidant. Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols) serves as an antioxidant, which can help preserve the product's freshness.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Vitamin E [mixed tocopherols]
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Is Rosemary Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Rosemary Extract is used here as antioxidant. Rosemary extract is a natural antioxidant that can help extend shelf life and improve product stability.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: rosemary extract
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Is Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder is a processed dairy ingredient that adds creaminess but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milk Powder
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Is Palm Kernel Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Kernel Oil is used here as base. Palm kernel oil is a highly processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palm Kernel Oil
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is a saturated fat that can raise cholesterol levels, and its health effects are debated.
Role in formula: base
Original: Coconut Oil
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Is Milk Mineral Concentrate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Mineral Concentrate is used here as base. Milk mineral concentrate provides minerals but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milk Mineral Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Milk Mineral Concentrate
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soy Lecithin
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Is Vitamin A Palmitate safe in this snack?
Bad
Vitamin A Palmitate is used here as fortifier. Vitamin A palmitate is a synthetic form of vitamin A that raises concerns about artificial additives in food.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: Vitamin A Palmitate
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Is Vitamin D safe in this snack?
Good
Vitamin D is used here as fortifier. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that supports bone health, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: Vitamin D
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is often derived from various sources but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Flavor
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Is Color safe in this snack?
Bad
Color is used here as colorant. Color from vegetable juice and annatto extract is used for appearance but raises concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Color (vegetable juice, annatto extract)
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: 3260599
More from this brand: Nature Valley products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , soy
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