Is Yoggies Mixed Berry Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nature's Garden
Nature's Garden's Yoggies Mixed Berry is reviewed here as a food. 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 Palm Fat, Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several fruit purees and juices, but also contains sugar and palm fat, which raise concerns about processing and quality. Ingredients like palm kernel oil and nonfat dry milk further indicate a mixed quality profile.
Main concern
Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in the product.
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 multiple fruit purees like apple, strawberry, and blueberry, which provide natural flavors and some nutritional benefits.
- Includes probiotics from Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG, which can support gut health.
- Uses natural flavors, which are generally preferable to artificial alternatives.
- Citruspectin and soluble corn fiber may contribute to texture and fiber content.
Concerns
- Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in the product.
- Palm fat and palm kernel oil are present, which are often criticized for environmental impact and health concerns.
- Nonfat dry milk and yogurt powder may indicate processing that detracts from overall ingredient quality.
- Natural mixed berry flavor could imply the presence of artificial components, raising quality concerns.
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 food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Apple Puree safe in this food?
Good
Apple Puree is used here as base. Apple puree provides natural sweetness and flavor, contributing to the overall fruit content of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Apple Puree
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Is Apple Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Apple Juice Concentrate is used here as base. Apple juice concentrate adds sweetness and flavor but is more processed than whole fruit, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Apple Juice Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Juice Concentrate
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Is Strawberry Puree safe in this food?
Good
Strawberry Puree is used here as base. Strawberry puree contributes natural flavor and color, enhancing the fruit profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Strawberry Puree
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Is Blueberry Puree safe in this food?
Good
Blueberry Puree is used here as base. Blueberry puree adds antioxidants and natural sweetness, supporting the product's fruit content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Blueberry Puree
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Is Raspberry Puree safe in this food?
Good
Raspberry Puree is used here as base. Raspberry puree provides flavor and color, contributing to the overall fruitiness of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Raspberry Puree
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and brightness to the flavor profile, enhancing overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Lemon Juice Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Elderberry Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Good
Elderberry Juice Concentrate is used here as base. Elderberry juice concentrate may provide additional antioxidants and flavor, enriching the fruit blend.
Role in formula: base
Original: Elderberry Juice Concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Elderberry Juice Concentrate
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Is Soluble Corn Fiber safe in this food?
Medium
Soluble Corn Fiber is used here as thickener. Soluble corn fiber is used for texture and may provide some fiber, but it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Soluble Corn Fiber
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Is Citrus Fiber safe in this food?
Medium
Citrus Fiber is used here as thickener. Citrus fiber contributes to texture and may have some health benefits, but it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Citrus Fiber
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Is Citruspectin safe in this food?
Medium
Citruspectin is used here as thickener. Citruspectin is used for texture and stability, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Citruspectin
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Is Palm Fat safe in this food?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as fat. Palm fat is a processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its saturated fat content and sourcing issues.
Role in formula: fat
Original: Palm Fat [RSPO-SG]
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Is Natural Blueberry Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Blueberry Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural blueberry flavor enhances taste but may still involve processing, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Blueberry Flavor
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Blueberry Flavor
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is an added sweetener that can contribute to excessive calorie intake and health issues if consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Palm Kernel Oil safe in this food?
Bad
Palm Kernel Oil is used here as fat. Palm kernel oil is a highly processed fat that raises health concerns due to its saturated fat content and environmental impact.
Role in formula: fat
Original: Palm Kernel Oil
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Is Nonfat Dry Milk safe in this food?
Medium
Nonfat Dry Milk is used here as base. Nonfat dry milk is a processed dairy ingredient that adds creaminess but may detract from overall ingredient quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Nonfat Dry Milk
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Is Yogurt Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Yogurt Powder is used here as base. Yogurt powder provides probiotics and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Yogurt Powder [Cultured Whey Protein Concentrate and Cultured Skim Milk]
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Is Greek Yogurt Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Greek Yogurt Powder is used here as base. Greek yogurt powder adds protein and probiotics but is processed, which may affect overall ingredient quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Greek Yogurt Powder [Nonfat Milk Solids, Culture, Lactic Acid, Natural Flavor]
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soy Lecithin
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used for acidity and preservation but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Lactic Acid
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in many food products, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Natural Mixed Berry Type Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Mixed Berry Type Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural mixed berry flavor enhances taste but may involve processing, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Mixed Berry Type Flavor
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Is Microencapsulated Probiotic Lactobacillus Rhamnosus Gg safe in this food?
Good
Microencapsulated Probiotic Lactobacillus Rhamnosus Gg is used here as probiotic. Microencapsulated probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG is included for gut health benefits, supporting the product's probiotic claim.
Role in formula: probiotic
Original: Microencapsulated Probiotic Lactobacillus Rhamnosus GG
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: 3464341
More from this brand: Nature's Garden products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , soy
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