Almond Milk Unsweetened
by Danone Us
A fortified plant-based milk that's nutritionally enhanced but contains carrageenan, a potentially inflammatory additive. While unsweetened and protein-enriched, the ultra-processing and gut-disrupting ingredients prevent it from being an A-grade product.
- Water – safe · Primary liquid base for the almond milk, safe and necessary for consistency.
- Almonds – beneficial · Nutrient-dense tree nuts providing healthy fats, vitamin E, and magnesium, though likely present in small quantities.
- Pea Protein – safe · Plant-based protein isolate that increases protein content, generally well-tolerated and beneficial for muscle health.
- Rice Protein – safe · Complementary plant protein that provides complete amino acid profile when combined with pea protein.
- Calcium Phosphate – safe · Mineral fortification providing bioavailable calcium for bone health, mimicking dairy milk nutrition.
- Magnesium Phosphate – safe · Essential mineral additive supporting muscle function, bone health, and enzymatic processes.
- Carrageenan – controversial · Seaweed-derived emulsifier linked to gut inflammation and digestive issues in some studies, particularly the degraded form.
- Natural Flavor – controversial · Undefined flavor compounds that could include hundreds of chemicals, lack of transparency is concerning.
- Locust Bean Gum – safe · Natural fiber from carob pods used as thickener, generally well-tolerated and may provide prebiotic benefits.
- Kosher Sea Salt – safe · Minimal amount of unrefined salt for flavor enhancement, provides trace minerals.
- Vitamin A Palmitate – safe · Synthetic form of vitamin A added for fortification, essential for vision and immune function.
- Vitamin D-2 – safe · Ergocalciferol fortification for bone health, though D3 form is generally more bioavailable.
- L-Selenomethionine – safe · Bioavailable form of selenium, an important antioxidant mineral supporting thyroid function.
- Zinc Oxide – safe · Mineral fortification providing zinc for immune function and wound healing.
- Folic Acid – safe · Synthetic B-vitamin fortification important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation.
- Vitamin B-12 – beneficial · Essential vitamin often deficient in plant-based diets, critical for nerve function and red blood cell formation.
No added sugars
Protein fortification
Comprehensive vitamin B12 addition
Plant-based alternative
Low calorie
Contains carrageenan
Ultra-processed
Natural flavors undefined
Potential gut inflammation
High additive count