Prego
Flavor:
Chunky Tomato, Basil and Garlic Pasta Sauce
Ingredients:
Tomato Puree (Water, Tomato Paste), Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice, Onions, Sugar, Canola Oil, Contains Less Than 1% Of: Salt, Dried Roasted Garlic, Spices, Basil, Natural Flavoring, Citric Acid.
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Prego Chunky Tomato, Basil and Garlic Pasta Sauce falls short of cleaner food standards on our website. This product does not qualify as organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, both of which detract from its overall cleanliness rating. Furthermore, the inclusion of added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, raises concerns about its healthfulness. The presence of potentially harmful additives, like natural flavors, and the use of canola oil, which some may argue is not the healthiest oil choice, further diminishes its standing.
The ingredient list reveals a reliance on non-organic components, with the primary base being non-organic tomato puree and diced tomatoes. Onions feature as a natural ingredient, but the benefits are overshadowed by the negative aspects of the other inclusions. The added sugar, which is unnecessary for a product that could capitalize on the natural sweetness of tomatoes, contributes to the overall negative assessment. Canola oil is another contentious ingredient, as there are healthier alternatives available, such as olive oil, which could improve the product’s rating.
The sauce also contains less than 1% of salt, dried roasted garlic, spices, basil, and citric acid, but these minor components do not offset the more significant concerns. The term ‘natural flavoring’ on labels often lacks transparency, leading to questions about the source and process of these flavors. This ambiguity does not align with the goal of promoting cleaner food options.
The Prego Chunky Tomato, Basil and Garlic Pasta Sauce has room for improvement to meet the standards of consumers seeking cleaner and healthier food products. By switching to organic ingredients, eliminating GMOs, and removing added sugars and questionable additives, the sauce could significantly improve its rating. Adopting healthier oil alternatives would also contribute to a better score. The product, as it stands, does not represent the best choice for those aiming to consume cleaner, more wholesome foods.
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