Yogurts
Yoplait Mixed Berry
5.6 oz
Score
- Ultra-processed
- Contains non-nutritive sweeteners
Why it scores 66
Yoplait Mixed Berry scores 66 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 7.5 points Sucralose: In a 2022 randomized study, sucralose and saccharin altered the gut microbiome and impaired glucose responses in some people; a 2023 lab study raised questions about its by-product sucralose-6-acetate. Strong
- minus 4.5 points 4 kinds of ultra-processing markers: Industrial additive classes found: flavoring, industrial protein, non-nutritive sweetener and thickener, stabilizer or gelling agent. Emerging
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
Better yogurt
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Greek Nonfat Yogurt Plain Trader Joe's · 2 lb (907 g) Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 34 points higher -
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Greek Nonfat Yogurt Plain Simple Truth Organic Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 34 points higher -
A2/A2 Organic 100% Grass-Fed Plain Yogurt Whole Milk Extra Cream Top Alexandre Family Farm Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 34 points higher -
Greek Plain Great Value · 907 g Not ultra-processed · No non-nutritive sweeteners Score 100 out of 100 , 34 points higher
The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Mixed Berry
Ingredients
- Sucralose minus 7.5 points
- Milk protein concentrate / isolate minus 2.5 points
- Potassium sorbate minus 2.5 points
- Natural flavors minus 1.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
- 4 kinds of ultra-processing markers minus 4.5 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Protein 9.4 g / 100 g plus 2 points
100 − 34.5 = 65.5 → 66
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 63 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.9 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Protein | 9.4 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g |
Serving: 1 container (158 g)
Ingredients
- Cultured Pasteurized Ultra-Filtered Nonfat Milk
- Cultured Pasteurized Reduced Fat Milk
- Water
- Kosher Gelatin
- Black Carrot Juice (for color)
- Sucralose (moderate concern)
- Potassium Sorbate Added to Maintain Freshness
- Blueberry Juice Concentrate (for color)
- Natural Flavor
- Vitamin D3
Label text, as published
Cultured Pasteurized Ultra-Filtered Nonfat Milk, Cultured Pasteurized Reduced Fat Milk, Water. Contains 1% or less of: Kosher Gelatin, Black Carrot Juice (for color), Sucralose, Potassium Sorbate Added to Maintain Freshness, Blueberry Juice Concentrate (for color), Natural Flavor, Vitamin D3.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Milk
- Not vegan
- Not vegetarian
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
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More from Yoplait
Sources
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Personalized microbiome-driven effects of non-nutritive sweeteners on human glucose tolerance
“As groups, each administered NNS distinctly altered stool and oral microbiome and plasma metabolome, whereas saccharin and sucralose significantly impaired glycemic responses.”
doi.org
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“Sucralose-6-acetate significantly increased the expression of genes associated with inflammation, oxidative stress, and cancer”
doi.org
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“EFSA’s experts concluded that the sweetener sucralose (E 955) continues to be safe for consumers for its currently authorised uses as a food additive.”
efsa.europa.eu
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WHO advises not to use non-sugar sweeteners for weight control in newly released guideline
“The recommendation is based on the findings of a systematic review of the available evidence which suggests that use of NSS does not confer any long-term benefit in reducing body fat in adults or children.”
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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“By applying a default uncertainty factor of 100, the Panel established a group ADI expressed as 11 mg sorbic acid/kg bw per day for sorbic acid (E 200) and its potassium salt (E 202).”
doi.org
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21 CFR 182.3640 Potassium sorbate
ecfr.gov
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21 CFR 101.22 Foods; labeling of spices, flavorings, colorings and chemical preservatives
“whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional.”
ecfr.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