Is Yogurt With Mixed Berries Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Renaissance Food Group
Yogurt With Mixed Berries is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Renaissance Food Group. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Potassium Sorbate, Corn Syrup, Partially Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes strawberry yogurt with synthetic additives like potassium sorbate and partially hydrogenated oils, indicating moderate quality concerns. The presence of sugar and modified corn starch also raises issues.
Main concern
Contains potassium sorbate, a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial additives.
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 real fruit like strawberries and blueberries, contributing natural flavors and some nutritional benefits.
- Includes yogurt, which can provide probiotics, supporting digestive health.
Concerns
- Contains potassium sorbate, a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial additives.
- Partially hydrogenated cottonseed oil is present, indicating the use of trans fats, which are linked to health risks.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Cultured Pasteurized Grade A Nonfat Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Cultured Pasteurized Grade A Nonfat Milk is used here as base. This ingredient serves as the primary base for yogurt, providing a source of calcium and probiotics. Its quality is generally high as it is minimally processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: cultured pasteurized grade a nonfat milk
Read the full ingredient profile for Cultured Pasteurized Grade A Nonfat Milk
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns due to its high caloric content and potential health impacts when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is a necessary solvent in yogurt production, ensuring proper consistency and texture without raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: water
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Is Strawberries safe in this dairy?
Good
Strawberries is used here as natural_extract. Strawberries provide natural sweetness and flavor, along with vitamins and antioxidants, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: strawberries
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. This ingredient is used to improve texture and stability but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its source and processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified corn starch
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Is Whey safe in this dairy?
Good
Whey is used here as base. Whey is a byproduct of cheese production, providing protein and contributing to the yogurt's creamy texture without significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dairy?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but can be vague in origin, raising questions about their specific sources and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Tricalcium Phosphate safe in this dairy?
Medium
Tricalcium Phosphate is used here as buffer. This ingredient is added to fortify the product with calcium, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: tricalcium phosphate
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Is Gellan Gum safe in this dairy?
Medium
Gellan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Gellan gum is used to stabilize the yogurt's texture, but as a processed ingredient, it may not align with clean label preferences.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: gellan gum
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about the inclusion of artificial additives in the product.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: potassium sorbate [for freshness]
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance flavor and preserve freshness, but it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Purple Carrot Juice Concentrate safe in this dairy?
Good
Purple Carrot Juice Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. This ingredient provides natural color and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the product's appeal without significant concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: purple carrot juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Purple Carrot Juice Concentrate
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Is Carob Bean Gum safe in this dairy?
Medium
Carob Bean Gum is used here as thickener. Carob bean gum is used for thickening and stabilizing, but as a processed ingredient, it may not meet clean label standards.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: carob bean gum
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Is Vitamin D3 safe in this dairy?
Good
Vitamin D3 is used here as fortifier. Vitamin D3 is added to fortify the yogurt, supporting bone health and enhancing the nutritional profile without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: fortifier
Original: vitamin d3
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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 granola component and overall product quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole oats
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar adds sweetness and flavor but is still a form of sugar, raising similar concerns regarding excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: brown sugar
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Is Whole Grain Wheat safe in this dairy?
Good
Whole Grain Wheat is used here as base. Whole grain wheat contributes fiber and nutrients, enhancing the granola's health benefits and overall product quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole grain wheat
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Is Rice safe in this dairy?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice serves as a filler in granola, providing texture and energy without significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: rice
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Is Corn Syrup safe in this dairy?
Bad
Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup is a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and its impact on health.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: corn syrup
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Is Almonds safe in this dairy?
Good
Almonds is used here as natural_extract. Almonds provide healthy fats, protein, and fiber, contributing positively to the granola's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: almonds
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation; its presence raises some concerns about sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Partially Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil safe in this dairy?
Bad
Partially Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil is used here as oil_fat. This ingredient is a source of trans fats, which are linked to various health risks, significantly lowering the product's quality rating.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: partially hydrogenated cottonseeds
Read the full ingredient profile for Partially Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this dairy?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as oil_fat. Soybean oil is a common cooking oil that is often refined, raising concerns about processing and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: soybean oil
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. This ingredient is used to improve texture and stability but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its source and processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified corn starch
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Is Cinnamon safe in this dairy?
Good
Cinnamon is used here as flavor. Cinnamon adds natural flavor and has potential health benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the granola.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cinnamon
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Is Nonfat Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Nonfat Milk is used here as base. Nonfat milk contributes to the yogurt's creamy texture and provides protein and calcium without significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: nonfat milk
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Is Malt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Malt is used here as flavor. Malt adds flavor and sweetness but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean label preferences.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: malt
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Is Flavoring safe in this dairy?
Medium
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring enhances taste but can be vague in origin, raising questions about their specific sources and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavoring
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Is Polyglycerol Esters Of Fatty Acids safe in this dairy?
Bad
Polyglycerol Esters Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. This ingredient is a synthetic emulsifier that raises concerns about artificial additives and their potential health impacts.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: polyglycerol esters of fatty acids
Read the full ingredient profile for Polyglycerol Esters Of Fatty Acids
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dairy?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as a release agent but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: soy lecithin [release agent]
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Is Blueberries safe in this dairy?
Good
Blueberries is used here as natural_extract. Blueberries provide natural sweetness and flavor, along with vitamins and antioxidants, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: blueberries
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: 3457325
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Allergens detected: almond
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