Cultured Dairy Blend Vanilla

by The Kroger

A highly processed dairy product that combines multiple protein isolates with artificial sweeteners and stabilizers. While it provides probiotics and protein, the artificial sweeteners and extensive processing diminish its health value.

• Water – safe · Primary liquid base for the product, generally recognized as safe.
• Milk Protein Concentrate – beneficial · Concentrated milk protein providing high-quality amino acids and protein content.
• Milk Protein Isolate – beneficial · Highly purified milk protein with minimal carbohydrates and fats, excellent protein source.
• Cream – safe · Natural dairy fat providing texture and mouthfeel, contains beneficial fatty acids.
• Skim Milk – safe · Fat-free milk providing protein, calcium, and other nutrients without added fat.
• Modified Corn Starch – controversial · Chemically altered starch that may cause digestive issues in sensitive individuals and indicates heavy processing.
• Glycerin – safe · Natural humectant that helps maintain moisture and texture, generally well-tolerated.
• Natural Flavor – controversial · Vague term that can include hundreds of chemicals; lacks transparency in ingredient sourcing.
• Salt – safe · Sodium chloride for flavor enhancement, essential mineral in moderate amounts.
• Gelatin – safe · Protein-derived thickener that provides structure, generally well-tolerated.
• Tricalcium Phosphate – safe · Calcium supplement and stabilizer that supports bone health and product texture.
• Pectin – beneficial · Natural fiber from fruit that acts as a thickener and may support digestive health.
• Agar – safe · Seaweed-derived thickener that is natural and provides gel-like texture.
• Cultured Dextrose – safe · Natural preservative derived from fermented sugar that helps prevent spoilage.
• Sucralose – controversial · Artificial sweetener that may disrupt gut bacteria and has been linked to glucose intolerance in some studies.
• Acesulfame Potassium – controversial · Artificial sweetener with limited long-term safety data and potential concerns about carcinogenic compounds.
• Lactase Enzyme – beneficial · Enzyme that breaks down lactose, making the product more digestible for lactose-intolerant individuals.
• Vitamin A Palmitate – beneficial · Essential vitamin for vision, immune function, and cellular health.
• Vitamin D3 – beneficial · Important vitamin for bone health, immune function, and calcium absorption.
• L. Acidophilus – beneficial · Probiotic bacteria that supports digestive health and may boost immune function.
• B. Bifidum – beneficial · Beneficial probiotic bacteria that supports gut health and may improve digestion.

High protein content from milk protein concentrate and isolate

Contains beneficial probiotic strains L. acidophilus and B. bifidum

Fortified with vitamins A and D3

Lactase enzyme makes it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals

No added sugars

Contains artificial sweeteners sucralose and acesulfame potassium

Highly processed with multiple stabilizers and thickeners

Modified corn starch indicates industrial processing

Vague 'natural flavor' ingredient lacks transparency

Ultra-processed classification (NOVA 4)