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Plain Unsweetened Low Fat Kefir

Plain Unsweetened Low Fat Kefir nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreExcellent
80/100
Calories
38
Sugar
3g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Dog Friendly? 🐶✅

No specific toxins found.

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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Diacetyl

A chemical used to give popcorn a buttery taste. Inhaling it causes 'popcorn lung' (irreversible lung damage), though eating it is currently considered safe by FDA.

Full Ingredients List:

PASTEURIZED GRADE A CULTURED LOWFAT MILK, PECTIN, PASTEURIZED GRADE A CULTURED NONFAT MILK, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN D3, LIVE AND ACTIVE CULTURES (L. casei, B. lactis, B. breve, B. longum, L. rhamnosus, L. acidophilus, S. diacetylactis, S. florentinus, L. plantarum, L. cremoris, L. lactis, L. reuteri)

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

OK

What you need to know

Fat in low quantity (0.833g)

This product contains a low amount of fat. A healthy choice for your heart.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in low quantity (0.625g)

Saturated fat in low quantity. Good for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (3.33g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in low quantity (0.13g)

Low salt content.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

Cons & Warnings

  • Ultra Processed

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Plain Unsweetened Low Fat Kefir truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 80/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Diacetyl. A chemical used to give popcorn a buttery taste. Inhaling it causes 'popcorn lung' (irreversible lung damage), though eating it is currently considered safe by FDA. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

Nutritional Balance

With only 3g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 4g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Plain Unsweetened Low Fat Kefir achieves a CakeID Score of 80/100.

Highly Recommended: This is a top-tier choice that balances convenience with excellent nutritional value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plain Unsweetened Low Fat Kefir healthy?
Yes. With a score of 80/100, Plain Unsweetened Low Fat Kefir is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Plain Unsweetened Low Fat Kefir Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
38
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g1%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 4g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 38 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

4
Run
5
Cycle
10
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.