Traditional PROGRESSO Soup Homestyle Chicken with Vegetables & Pastina Pasta

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Why this score

• Ultra-processed (NOVA 4)Ultra-processed per the NOVA classification — −1.5, never below 7 on this rule alone.
• Medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium salt (−0.2).

Ingredients (24)

• 8Chicken brothMinimally processed, provides collagen, minerals, good flavor base
• 6Acini de pepe pastaProcessed grain product, acceptable in moderation, modest nutritional value
• 8Semolina WheatMinimally processed grain product, good source of protein and carbs
• 9Egg whiteWhole food, complete protein, minimal processing, nutrient-dense
• 10CarrotsWhole vegetable, rich in beta-carotene and fiber
• 9Cooked white chicken meatWhole food protein source, minimal processing, excellent nutrition
• 10CeleryWhole vegetable, natural, provides fiber, minerals, antioxidants
• 4Corn protein hydrolyzedHighly processed protein derivative, minimal nutritional benefit
• 6SaltMineral; necessary but excess linked to health concerns.
• 8Carrot pureeMinimally processed vegetable, retains nutrients and fiber
• 6Xanthan GumBacterial fermentation product; thickener; generally recognized as safe.
• 6Potassium chlorideSalt substitute, safe in normal amounts, mineral nutrient
• 5Modified food starchChemically modified thickener; processed, minimal nutrition.
• 8Onion PowderDehydrated whole food; natural flavor with beneficial compounds
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high glycemic index, limited nutritional value.
• 7Tomato extractProcessed tomato product, retains some nutrients like lycopene
• 6Soy protein isolateHighly processed, high protein content but minimal whole food
• 8Garlic PowderDried whole spice; minimal processing, traditional flavoring.
• 6Sodium PhosphateFood additive for texture; generally safe but artificial.
• 8Dried parsleyDehydrated herb; retains vitamins and antioxidants
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose spike, minimal nutrition.
• 5FlavoringUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 6Natural FlavorBroad category; vague labeling but generally acceptable.
• 8Beta caroteneNatural nutrient, essential for vision, antioxidant properties

Allergens

Contains: eggs, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.

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