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Vanilla Ice Cream

Vanilla Ice Cream nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Not Vegan

Contains 'whey'

Health ScoreExcellent
85/100
Calories
387
Sugar
3g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ SWEETENER: Contains methylene chloride. (CSPI)

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Artificial Flavor

A mixture of chemicals synthesized in a lab to mimic natural tastes. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the specific ingredients used in these proprietary blends.

Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K)

A calorie-free sweetener usually blended with Sucralose. Contains Methylene Chloride (a carcinogen) residues from manufacturing, though FDA deems levels safe.

Full Ingredients List:

Protein blend (whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, whey peptides), natural and artificial flavor, lecithin, cellulose gum, xanthan gum, salt, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, lactase.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (4.84g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

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

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (3.23g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (3.23g)

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

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

Salt in moderate quantity (1.05g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

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

Elena Rodriguez

Elena Rodriguez

Health Coach

"Elena focuses on practical nutrition for families."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Vanilla Ice Cream 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 85/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Artificial Flavor. A mixture of chemicals synthesized in a lab to mimic natural tastes. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the specific ingredients used in these proprietary blends. 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 77g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Vanilla Ice Cream achieves a CakeID Score of 85/100.

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

Health Recommendations

Muscle Fuel

Great protein source.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vanilla Ice Cream healthy?
Yes. With a score of 85/100, Vanilla Ice Cream is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Vanilla Ice Cream Vegan?
No. Contains 'whey'.
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
387
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 13g5%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 77g
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 387 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

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Cycle
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Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.