Ingredients starting with D

Every ingredient carries a PureScore from 0–100 — lower means more concern. Informational, not medical advice. How PureScore works

• Di(2-ethylhexyl) PhthalateClassified carcinogen; strong endocrine disruptor; reproductive toxin.3Avoid
• Dibutyl PhthalatePotent endocrine disruptor; reproductive and developmental toxin.5Avoid
• Diethyl PhthalateEndocrine disruptor; reproductive toxin; linked to low testosterone and sperm damage.10Avoid
• DMDM HydantoinFormaldehyde releaser; carcinogen; causes hair loss and scalp irritation.15Avoid
• DextroseIsolated glucose from corn or wheat starch; high glycemic; rapid insulin spike35Poor
• DextrinPartially hydrolyzed starch; high glycemic; used as carrier or bulking agent45Fair
• DATEMDiacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono/diglycerides; gut microbiome concerns at frequent intake48Fair
• Disodium GuanylateUmami flavor enhancer synergistic with glutamate; same sensitivity concerns as disodium inosinate52Fair
• Disodium InosinateUmami flavor enhancer synergistic with glutamate; caution for gout sufferers52Fair
• Durum Wheat SemolinaRefined semolina; higher protein than flour but still high glycemic55Fair
• Disodium PhosphateCumulative dietary phosphate concern60Good
• DimethiconeNon-biodegradable; may trap bacteria under skin; low human toxicity.62Good
• Dipotassium PhosphateCumulative dietary phosphate concern62Good
• DatesVery high concentrated natural sugar; high glycemic index65Good
• Dry MilkSpray-drying creates oxidized cholesterol; more processed than whole milk65Good
• Dark Chocolate78Good
• Decyl Glucoside88Excellent