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Vanilla Ice Cream, 1 PT
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📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Vanilla Ice Cream, 1 PT

Ben & Jerry's
Available at Whole Foods
330
Calories
6g
Protein
28g
Sugars
65mg
Sodium
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this pint in the supermarket freezer or pull it from your home freezer for a late-night scoop — a classic go-to for parties, desserts, or comforting solo treats. The vibe is indulgent and nostalgic, conjuring childhood memories of bowls of vanilla ice cream but in a ready-made, premium-brand format. The ingredients list (added liquid sugar and stabilizers like guar gum and carrageenan) and smooth store-bought texture point to industrial processing and functional additives commonly found in ultra-processed products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 3
Calories330
% Daily Value*
Total Fat21g27%
Saturated Fat14g70%
Trans Fat1g
Cholesterol95mg32%
Sodium65mg3%
Total Carbohydrate29g11%
Total Sugars28g
Protein6g
* 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.

Ingredients

CREAM, SKIM, MILK, LIQUID, SUGAR, (SUGAR,, WATER), WATER, EGG, YOLKS, SUGAR, GUAR, GUM, VANILLA, EXTRACT, VANILLA, BEANS, CARRAGEENAN..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (guar gum, carrageenan) and a liquid sugar syrup alongside dairy and egg yolks, which are characteristic of ultra-processed formulations. These texturizers and added sugars are used to create a stable, smooth product and extended shelf-life, consistent with NOVA 4.

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Common Questions about Vanilla Ice Cream, 1 PT

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? This vanilla ice cream packs in 330 calories per serving, with 21 grams of fat, including 14 grams of saturated fat. It's a treat, not a health food, so enjoy it in moderation as part of a balanced diet!

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
holiday-baking

Vibe:

indulgentnostalgiccomfortingconvenient
$5.29
per package