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Is Kefir healthy?

Kefir scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This kefir contains beneficial ingredients like cultured organic pasteurized lowfat milk and organic strawberries, which provide high-quality protein and antioxidants.

How processed is Kefir?

Kefir is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Kefir's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cultured organic pasteurized lowfat milk counts in its favor; Organic Cane Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Alpina
Category Kefir
Summary

This kefir contains beneficial ingredients like cultured organic pasteurized lowfat milk and organic strawberries, which provide high-quality protein and antioxidants. However, the presence of organic cane sugar and organic natural flavor, which are processed and add unnecessary sugars, detracts from its healthfulness. The product is also classified as ultra-processed due to its ingredient list, which limits its overall score despite some positive nutritional aspects.

Key ingredients 14

Cultured organic pasteurized lowfat milk
Good

This ingredient provides beneficial probiotics and nutrients that support gut health and digestion.

Water
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Organic Strawberries
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Organic Natural Flavor
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Pectin
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Organic Locust Bean Gum
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Fruit
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Vegetable Juice
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Vitamin A palmitate
Neutral

Vitamin A palmitate is added as a nutrient supplement, with no significant positive or negative impact on health.

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en:e330
Neutral

E330 (citric acid) is a common food additive used for acidity regulation, generally considered safe.

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en:e410
Neutral

E410 (locust bean gum) is a thickening agent that is widely used and considered safe in food products.

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en:e440
Neutral

E440 (pectin) is a natural thickener derived from fruits, with a neutral health impact.

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Organic Cane Sugar
Bad

Part of Organic fruit blend. This blend adds flavor and natural color to the kefir but contains added sugars and thickeners, which are neutral in health impact.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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