Are Innocent smoothies actually healthy?
Although Innocent smoothies do not contain any *added sugars they do contain a ton of natural sugars. With all the fruits and vegetables packed into the drink, the sugar content is extremely high, which overrides any of the claimed health benefits, especially if consumed frequently.
Why do innocent smoothies last so long?
It’s not fresh fruit – it’s pasteurised purée. That’s why Innocent can claim up to 31 days’ shelf-life for their products. ‘ Innocent admits its smoothies are pasteurised – albeit gently: the bods say it uses the same process that farmers use on milk, and that it’s designed to kill bugs.
How long do Innocent smoothies last out of fridge?
12 hours
Gently pasteurised, just like milk. Shake before opening, not after. Our smoothies will last happily out of the fridge for up to 12 hours, so they’re perfect for packed lunches and days out.
Do Innocent smoothies need to be refrigerated?
Full Product Name: This innocent smoothie is a blend of crushed fruit and pure juices. Storage: Keep refrigerated (0-8ºC).
Why are innocent smoothies so expensive?
Over half of its fruit comes from Europe. Tropical fruits like mangoes and bananas come from farther afield (e.g. Brazil and India). Innocent tends not to source fruit in the UK because fruit grown locally is usually grown for fresh market and is, therefore, more expensive.
Did innocent have any failures?
In 2008, standing up to the team saying: “Hey guys, I’m really sorry, we made a series of mistakes and the business is in jeopardy, we are going to have to let people go.” That year was really tough on us, we lost a third of our sales in a three-month period.
Can I drink a week old smoothie?
Chlorophyll (the green pigment found in leafy greens) can actually keep your smoothie alive longer, up to 48 hours. However, at Raw Blend we only recommend keeping your Green Smoothies in the fridge for up to 24 hours to ensure maximum freshness, nutrition and taste.
Is it OK to drink out of date smoothie?
How can you tell if opened juice smoothies are bad or spoiled? The best way is to smell and look at the juice smoothies: if the juice smoothies develop an off odor, flavor or appearance, or if mold appears, they should be discarded.
Can I drink an expired smoothie?
Can smoothies go bad?
Do smoothies go bad?
How many of your 5 a day is an innocent smoothie?
1. However much you drink, it won’t count as more than one of your 5-a-day. According to new national recommendations, smoothies can count as no more than one of your 5-a-day – even if you’ve put 5 different fruit and veg in them. And if you have a glass of juice on the same day, you can’t count them both.
Where do Innocent smoothies get their fruit?
We get our fruit and veg from all over the shop*. Mangoes from India.
What happened to Innocent smoothies?
Coca-Cola is taking full control of Innocent smoothies in a deal that will make millions of pounds for the company’s founders.
How much did Coke pay for Innocent?
In 2009 Coca-Cola bought an 18% stake in Innocent for £30 million and then in the following year increased its shareholding to 58% for a reported £65 million. They then increased their shareholding to over 90% for an undisclosed sum.
Can you drink 10 year old soda?
Carbonated soft drinks or sodas are not perishable, and are safe past the date stamped on the container. Eventually flavor and carbonation will decrease. For best quality, consume unopened diet sodas within 3 months after the date expires; regular sodas within 9 months.
What is the shelf life of smoothie?
According to sensory analyses, a shelf life of 28 days at 5 °C for fresh blended smoothies was established while thermally-treated ones (3 min, 80 °C) reached up to 40 days at 20 °C and 58 days at 5 °C.
Is it OK to drink expired naked?
Can I drink the juice after the best before date? We guarantee our products’ freshness and quality through the “Enjoy by Date” printed on the bottle. We recommend you consume the product before or by this date.
Should I put a smoothie in the fridge or freezer?
In the fridge: store your smoothies or smoothie ingredients in the fridge for 1-2 days before using them. In the freeze: you can store smoothies or smoothie ingredients in the freezer for up to 3 months. They’re perfect for prepping ahead of time and enjoying week after week.
What happens if you drink a smoothie everyday?
Too much sugar can lead to diabetes.
Sugary smoothies can do a real toll on your body and when you drink one every day, you face some very serious long-term side effects. “The side effect to worry about with a daily smoothie is elevated blood sugar that exceeds healthy limits.
Is drinking a smoothie the same as eating fruit?
Unlike juices, smoothies retain the whole fruit, including the fibre, but don’t forget they are a source of ‘free’ sugars, which should make up no more than 5% of our energy (calorie) intake. Another thing to consider is that because we drink smoothies rather than eat them, we do tend to consume them more quickly.
Why are Innocent smoothies so expensive?
Why did Coca-Cola take over Innocent?
Richard Reed, one of three Cambridge University graduates who founded Innocent at the age of 26 in 1999, denied they were selling out. “Our aim was to make Innocent a global brand and take its ethical values to the world’s consumers. We decided that we would be able to do a better job of that with Coke.”
Did Coca-Cola Buy Innocent?
You might already know that innocent is owned by Coca Cola. We first started working with them in 2009, when they bought a 20% share in our business. Over the years, as we got to know them and they got to know us, Coke bought more shares, until 2013, when they took full ownership.
Is Innocent smoothies ethical?
Innocent ensures its ingredients are sourced from suppliers who ensure minimum standards for workers. They also work to improve their environmental credentials such as those approved by the Rainforest Alliance. As they grow, Innocent aim to continue sourcing products from a wide range of suppliers worldwide.