Prego
Flavor:
Parmesan Basil Pasta Sauce
Ingredients:
Tomato Puree (Water, Tomato Paste), Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice, Sugar, Contains Less Than 1% Of: Salt, Parmesan Cheese (Milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Canola Oil, Parmesan Cheese (Part-Skim Milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Dried Garlic, Basil, Citric Acid, Spices, Natural Flavoring, Lactic Acid.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
The Prego Parmesan Basil Pasta Sauce earns a 1/5 green leaf rating, signaling that it falls short of the healthier standards set by our website. This product is not organic and does not use non-GMO ingredients, factors that contribute to its low score. Additionally, it includes added sugars and potentially harmful additives, as well as canola oil, which is considered a harmful oil according to our criteria.
The sauce is a blend of tomato puree, diced tomatoes, sugar, salts, Parmesan cheese, canola oil, garlic, basil, citric acid, spices, and natural flavoring. While it does contain real cheese and basil, the presence of sugar, citric acid, and natural flavoring detracts from its overall value in terms of healthfulness. The sauce’s use of canola oil, which we classify as a harmful oil, further impacts the score negatively.
Our scoring system deducts points for each ingredient that does not align with our mission to provide cleaner food options. The Prego Parmesan Basil Pasta Sauce is penalized for not being organic, containing GMOs, and for the inclusion of added sugars. The presence of additives like natural flavoring, which is often a cover for a variety of chemical compounds, also leads to a significant reduction in points.
The product’s low rating reflects our commitment to guiding consumers towards food choices that are more transparent and beneficial for their health. The Prego Parmesan Basil Pasta Sauce, as it stands, does not meet the criteria for a cleaner, healthier food option. While the sauce may serve as a convenient choice for those looking to quickly prepare a meal, it is not recommended for consumers seeking out the cleanest food products on the market. Our advice is to consider other alternatives that offer greater health benefits and transparency in their ingredient list.
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