Forager Project Dairy-Free Organic Cashew & Coconut Vanilla Bean Yogurt Alternative
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Forager Project Dairy-Free Organic Cashew & Coconut Vanilla Bean Yogurt Alternative is a sweetened, plant-based cultured cream. Its main strength is a very low sodium profile, while its main tradeoff is the amount of added cane sugar. Overall, it serves as a dessert-like alternative to traditional yogurt.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Try it as a topping for a fresh berry bowl or stirred into a smoothie with sliced banana.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is defined by a moderate calorie count and a significant amount of added sugar. Sodium levels are negligible, though protein and fiber contributions are minimal.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs | 17g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 9g | — |
| Added Sugars | 8g | 16% |
| Protein | 3g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 9mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
This product is built from a base of filtered water, cashews, and coconut cream. The formulation relies on corn starch and industrial gums like locust bean gum and agar to achieve a thick, creamy consistency.
Ingredients
Filtered Water, Cashews*, Cane Sugar*, Corn Starch*, Coconut Cream*, Organic Flavor*, Locust Bean Gum*, Agar, Vanilla Beans*, Lemon Juice Concentrate*, Probiotic Live Active Cultures. Probiotic Live Active Cultures: S. Thermophilus, L. Plantarum, L. Acidophilus, Bifidus, L. Lactis, L. Rhamnosus. *Organic.
