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Organic Whole Milk Mango Kefir, 32 FZ
dairy-eggs/yogurt
📊 NOVA 4✨ Seed Oil Free

Organic Whole Milk Mango Kefir, 32 FZ

LIFEWAY
Available at Whole Foods
190
Calories
10g
Protein
18g
Sugars
125mg
Sodium
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this bottle in the refrigerated dairy aisle next to yogurts and drinkable probiotic beverages — a grab-and-go option for breakfast, smoothies, or a tangy snack. It reads healthy and wholesome thanks to ‘organic’ and live cultures, but the sweet mango flavor and 18g sugars give it an indulgent, treat-like vibe. The texture and consistent taste point to industrial processing (homogenization, stabilized fruit preparations and added sugars) and the long list of specific culture strains is a NOVA hint toward a formulated, convenience-focused product.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CUP
Servings per Container: 4
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Total Sugars18g
Protein10g
* 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

B., BREVE, B., LACTIS, B., LONGUM, L., ACIDOPHILUS, L., CASEI, L., CREMORIS, L., LACTIS, L., PLANTARUM, L., REUTERI, L., RHAMNOSUS, S., DIACETYLACTIS, S., FLORENTINUS.

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Flavored, sweetened fermented milk drinks with added fruit preparations and long ingredient formulations are typically classified as ultra-processed; the high sugar content, packaged ready-to-drink format, and likely industrial fruit/sweetener additions justify a NOVA 4 score.

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Common Questions about Organic Whole Milk Mango Kefir, 32 FZ

The Mango Kefir packs a punch with 10 grams of protein per cup and a good dose of calcium, which is great for your bones. However, it does have 18 grams of sugar, mostly from natural sources, which might be a concern if you're watching your sugar intake. So, it can be a healthy choice if enjoyed in moderation, especially as part of a balanced diet!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
post-workout
back-to-school

Vibe:

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$6.49
per package