Oscar Mayer

Awarded a rating of 1/5 green leaves, the Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Smoked Turkey Breast Tray is recommended for avoidance on our website, which advocates for cleaner food options. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, two factors that significantly impact its green leaf rating.

The inclusion of added sugars in the form of sugar and dextrose, which is a type of sugar that can be detrimental to health, also detracts from the product’s rating. The presence of carrageenan, a thickening agent known for its potentially harmful health effects, further reduces the product’s score.

The Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Smoked Turkey Breast Tray’s ingredient list features turkey breast, water, and modified cornstarch, along with less than 2% of vinegar, salt, cultured dextrose, sugar, sodium phosphates, and carrageenan. The product’s reliance on non-organic turkey and the use of GMO ingredients are at odds with the principles of providing cleaner food options. These elements are critical in our assessment criteria.

Moreover, the addition of sugars, both in the form of sugar and cultured dextrose, raises concerns about unnecessary calorie intake and the possible negative impact on consumers’ health. The presence of carrageenan is particularly disconcerting, as it is associated with inflammation and digestive issues.

Consumers seeking healthier, cleaner food alternatives are advised to consider other products that align more closely with their dietary values and health goals. The Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Smoked Turkey Breast Tray falls short of these standards, as reflected by its minimal green leaf rating. Therefore, it is recommended that consumers look for products that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and do not include added sugars or potentially harmful additives.