Is Yogurt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Activia
This page reviews Yogurt by Activia as a dairy. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Natural Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The yogurt contains oligofructose and natural flavors, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and various grains also contributes to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners and overall health impact.
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 bifidobacteria, which are beneficial for gut health and contribute positively to the yogurt's quality.
- Includes whole grains like whole wheat and barley, providing some dietary fiber and nutrients.
Concerns
- Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sweeteners and overall health impact.
- Oligofructose is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dairy and why it matters.
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Is Pasteurized Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients and a creamy texture. Its quality is generally high due to pasteurization.
Role in formula: base
Original: Leche pasteurizada
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Is Partially Reconstituted Skim Milk safe in this dairy?
Medium
Partially Reconstituted Skim Milk is used here as base. Partially reconstituted skim milk is used to reduce fat content while maintaining some nutritional value. However, its processing raises moderate concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: leche desnatada parcialmente reconstituida
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Is Oligofructose safe in this dairy?
Medium
Oligofructose is used here as sweetener. Oligofructose is a processed prebiotic fiber that can aid digestion but may not be considered a natural ingredient, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: oligofructosa
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is an added sweetener that contributes to the overall calorie content and raises health concerns related to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar
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Is Whole Wheat safe in this dairy?
Good
Whole Wheat is used here as base. Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients, contributing positively to the yogurt's overall quality and health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: trigo integral
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Is Whole Barley safe in this dairy?
Good
Whole Barley is used here as base. Whole barley provides additional fiber and nutrients, enhancing the yogurt's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: cebada integral
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Is Apple Pulp safe in this dairy?
Good
Apple Pulp is used here as flavor. Apple pulp adds natural sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the yogurt's taste and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pulpa de manzana
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Is Wheat Bran safe in this dairy?
Good
Wheat Bran is used here as base. Wheat bran is a source of dietary fiber, which can aid digestion and enhance the yogurt's health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: salvado de trigo
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Is Whole Oats safe in this dairy?
Good
Whole Oats is used here as base. Whole oats provide fiber and nutrients, contributing positively to the yogurt's overall health profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: avena integral
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Medium
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about its naturalness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zumo concentrado de limón
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dairy?
Bad
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are often processed and can vary in quality, raising concerns about their source and impact on health.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas naturales
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Is Dairy Solids safe in this dairy?
Medium
Dairy Solids is used here as base. Dairy solids contribute to the texture and flavor of the yogurt but are processed ingredients that may not align with clean eating.
Role in formula: base
Original: sólidos lácteos
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Is Bifidobacteria safe in this dairy?
Good
Bifidobacteria is used here as natural_extract. Bifidobacteria are beneficial probiotics that support gut health, enhancing the yogurt's quality and health benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: bifidobacterías
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Is Lactic Ferments safe in this dairy?
Good
Lactic Ferments is used here as natural_extract. Lactic ferments are essential for yogurt fermentation, contributing to its texture and probiotic content, which is beneficial for digestion.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermentos lácticos
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: 3995977
More from this brand: Activia products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: gluten , soy
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