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BLUE DIAMOND Unsweetened Original Almondmilk, 0.5 GL
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

BLUE DIAMOND Unsweetened Original Almondmilk, 0.5 GL

BLUE DIAMOND DAIRY
Available at Whole Foods
30
Calories
1g
Protein
170mg
Sodium
0.99g
Fiber
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this carton in the plant-based milk aisle or next to other almond milks — a go-to for everyday coffee, cereal, or smoothies. It feels wholesome and practical: a low-calorie, unsweetened option that aims to be a healthy staple. The smooth, stable texture and the ingredient list (emulsifier, stabilizer, added minerals/vitamins and natural flavors) reflect industrial reformulation typical of ultra-processed products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CUP
Servings per Container: 8
Calories30
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Dietary Fiber0.99g4%
Protein1g
* 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

ALMONDMILK, (FILTERED, WATER,, ALMONDS), CALCIUM, CARBONATE, SEA, SALT, POTASSIUM, CITRATE, SUNFLOWER, LECITHIN, GELLAN, GUM, NATURAL, FLAVORS, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE, VITAMIN, D2, D-ALPHA-TOCOPHEROL, (NATURAL, VITAMIN, E)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (gellan gum, sunflower lecithin), 'natural flavors', and added vitamins/minerals, indicating substantial industrial processing and ingredient reformulation beyond minimal processing, consistent with NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about BLUE DIAMOND Unsweetened Original Almondmilk, 0.5 GL

The Unsweetened Original Almondmilk is relatively low in calories, clocking in at just 30 per cup, which might make it a healthy choice for those looking to reduce calorie intake. It’s also dairy-free and has no added sugars, making it a decent option for those managing sugar levels. However, 'healthy' can depend on your dietary goals; if you’re looking for high protein or fiber, you might want to pair it with something else.

Perfect For

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meal-prep-sunday
post-workout

Vibe:

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$3.99
per package