Pillsbury

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Pillsbury Grands! Southern Homestyle Buttermilk Refrigerated Biscuit Dough is a product that our evaluation process identifies as one to avoid for those seeking cleaner food options. This product does not meet the criteria for being organic or using non-GMO ingredients, which are significant considerations for health-conscious consumers.

The ingredient list reveals the inclusion of added sugars, specifically sugar and dextrose, which contribute to the product’s low rating. In our assessment, these added sugars are detrimental to the product’s overall health profile. Furthermore, the presence of potentially harmful additives, such as natural and artificial flavors, raises concerns. The enriched flour and xanthan gum also contribute to the product’s deduction in points, indicating the use of processed components rather than whole, unrefined options.

Of particular note is the use of oils deemed harmful, such as soybean oil and palm kernel oil. These oils are often processed and may not align with the cleaner food options our website promotes. Additionally, the product’s ingredient list includes a reference to artificial flavors, which we have categorized as known harmful additives. The mention of high fructose corn syrup, albeit as part of the artificial flavor component, further diminishes the product’s standing on our scale.

This biscuit dough, therefore, receives the lowest possible score on our scale, primarily due to its composition of non-organic, GMO ingredients, added sugars, potentially harmful additives, and the use of oils that do not meet our criteria for healthful options. Our assessment underscores the importance of reading labels and understanding ingredient impacts for those seeking cleaner, more natural food products. The score reflects our commitment to guiding consumers toward healthier choices in the marketplace, where many products do not support a clean eating lifestyle.