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Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream

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Is Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream healthy?

Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream scores 86/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream scores 86/100, indicating a moderate health profile.

How processed is Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream?

Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream compare to other milk?

Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream ranks #31 of 50 milk in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Raw Farm Whole Milk at 100/100.

Which ingredients drive Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Heavy cream counts in its favor; Polysorbate 80, Carrageenan are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream

Dean's
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Dairy Farmers of America
Category Milk
Summary

Alta Dena Heavy Whipping Cream scores 86/100, indicating a moderate health profile. While it primarily contains heavy cream, it also includes polysorbate 80 and carrageenan, which may raise concerns regarding potential adverse effects.

Key ingredients 3

Heavy cream
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Polysorbate 80
Bad

Polysorbate 80 is a synthetic emulsifier used to improve texture and stability in processed foods. It is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid, often from vegetable sources. Concerns exist regarding its potential to cause allergic reactions and impact gut health.

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Carrageenan
Bad

Carrageenan is a thickening agent derived from red seaweed, used to improve texture in dairy products. It is highly processed and has been associated with gastrointestinal inflammation. Its use is controversial due to potential health concerns.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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