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Favorite Day

Is Favorite Day Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream healthy?

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts · Updated 2026-10-17

Longevity Score

38/100

Food Integrity Score

38/100

Consider Avoiding

At least one major score is weak enough that many people will want a clearer alternative for regular use.

Quick answer

Consider Avoiding

Favorite Day mint chocolate chip ice cream is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 38 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 38 out of 100. Dairy-based dessert with substantial added sugar, saturated fat, and artificial colors; limited whole-food or fiber content. Strengths include dairy protein and calcium from milk ingredients and single-serving portion is moderate in calories, while main considerations include high added sugar from liquid sugar, corn syrup, and hfcs, artificial colors yellow 5 and blue 1 present, and multiple gums, emulsifiers, and flavorings indicate processing.

Longevity Score 38/100Food Integrity Score 38/100

What helped the score?

  • Contains dairy protein and calcium from milk ingredients
  • Single-serving portion is moderate in calories

What held the score back?

  • High added sugar from liquid sugar, corn syrup, and HFCS
  • Artificial colors Yellow 5 and Blue 1 present
  • Multiple gums, emulsifiers, and flavorings indicate processing

Ingredients

Ingredient list

MILKFAT AND NONFAT MILK, SWEET CREAM BUTTERMILK, LIQUID SUGAR (SUGAR, WATER), CORN SYRUP, CHOCOLATE FLAVORED CHIPS (SUGAR, COCONUT OIL, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, COCOA, BUTTER OIL, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVORS), WHEY, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF NATURAL FLAVOR, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, GUAR GUM, CALCIUM SULFATE, CAROB BEAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN.

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Key nutrition

Per serving: 87 g (2/3 cup)

  • Calories19010% DV
  • Protein2g4% DV
  • Total Carbs23g8% DV
  • Fiber0g0% DV
  • Total Fat10g13% DV
  • Saturated Fat7g35% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Favorite Day Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Category
Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts (source: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt)
GTIN / UPC
00085239162095
Serving size
87 g (2/3 cup)
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Healthy Food Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

How this product may fit different goals

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  • Low-Spike Stability

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (18g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher saturated fat (7g)

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Lower protein (2g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (18g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher sugar (18g)

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  • Athletic Fueling

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    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Carbohydrate is almost entirely sugar (18g of 23g carbs)

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Common questions about this product

Is Favorite Day Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Ultra-processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Favorite Day Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Favorite Day Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream: 18g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Liquid sugar, Corn syrup. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains dairy protein and calcium from milk ingredients; Single-serving portion is moderate in calories.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: High added sugar from liquid sugar, corn syrup, and HFCS; Artificial colors Yellow 5 and Blue 1 present; Multiple gums, emulsifiers, and flavorings indicate processing.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same ice cream & frozen desserts differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

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Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information

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