Oat-based drinks
Planet Oat Oatmilk
32 fl oz (1 qt) 946 mL
Score
- Ultra-processed
- Contains whole grains
Why it scores 67
Planet Oat Oatmilk scores 67 out of 100 (Good) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 18 points Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): Classified NOVA 4: made with industrial ingredients and additives. Strong
- minus 9 points Sugars 4 g / 100 ml: High in sugar. Strong
- minus 4 points Energy 100 kcal / 100 ml: Energy-dense for its volume. Info
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
Better plant milks
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Milked Oats Unsweetened Elmhurst Not ultra-processed · No potassium phosphate Score 97 out of 100 , 30 points higher -
Organic Oat & Seed Oat Milk Three Trees · 28 fl oz Not ultra-processed · No potassium phosphate Score 100 out of 100 , 33 points higher -
Non-Dairy Oat Beverage Trader Joe's Not ultra-processed · No potassium phosphate Score 97 out of 100 , 30 points higher -
oat milk organic ORIGINAL Milk Not ultra-processed · No potassium phosphate Score 100 out of 100 , 33 points higher -
Original Unsweetened Oat Milk Willa's Not ultra-processed · No potassium phosphate Score 100 out of 100 , 33 points higher
The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Oatmilk
Ingredients
- Potassium phosphate minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
Nutrition per 100 ml
- Sugars 4 g / 100 ml minus 9 points
- Energy 100 kcal / 100 ml minus 4 points
100 − 33.5 = 66.5 → 67
Nutrition per 100 ml
| Energy | 100 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 19 g |
| Sugars | 4 g |
| Added sugars | 1.7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g |
Serving: 1 portion (240 ml)
Ingredients
- oatmilk (filtered water, oats)
- calcium carbonate
- dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer)
- sea salt and gellan gum
Label text, as published
ingredients: oatmilk (filtered water, oats), calcium carbonate, dipotassium phosphate (stabilizer), sea salt and gellan gum.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Gluten
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Not gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
Sources
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EFSA issues new advice on phosphates
“We estimated that dietary exposure to phosphates may exceed the new ADI for infants, toddlers and children with average consumption of phosphates in their diet.”
efsa.europa.eu
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Guideline: sugars intake for adults and children
“In both adults and children, WHO recommends reducing the intake of free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake”
who.int
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030
“Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”
cdn.realfood.gov
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“Greater exposure to ultra-processed food was associated with a higher risk of adverse health outcomes, especially cardiometabolic, common mental disorder, and mortality outcomes.”
doi.org