Progresso
Flavor:
Light Chicken & Dumpling
Ingredients:
Chicken Broth, Carrots, Partially Cooked Spaetzle Dumpling (water, durum wheat flour, egg, salt, spice, natural flavor, turmeric [color]), Celery, Cooked White Chicken Meat, Green Beans. Contains less than 2% of: Corn Protein (hydrolyzed), Water, Onion, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Chicken Fat, Carrot Puree, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Flavoring, Potassium Chloride, Onion Powder, Soy Protein Isolate, Tomato Extract, Yeast extract, Nonfat Milk, Sodium Phosphate, Dried Parsley, Spice, Garlic Powder, Whey Powder, Dried Chives, Sugar, Beta Carotene (color), Natural Flavor.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Progresso Light Chicken & Dumpling soup struggles to meet the criteria for cleaner food options. This product is not organic and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, factors that significantly impact its rating on our scale. Additionally, the presence of added sugars detracts from its nutritional profile.
The ingredient list features several components that raise concerns. Natural flavors and flavorings, while common in processed foods, are ambiguous and can encompass a range of substances, some of which may be undesirable. Xanthan gum, a thickening agent, and modified food starch are also present, and although they are widely used in the food industry, their inclusion is not favored by those seeking whole, unprocessed foods.
Maltodextrin, a highly processed sweetener and thickener, is particularly problematic. It is rapidly absorbed as glucose, and frequent consumption can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels. Its significant role in the ingredient list is a major reason for the product’s low score.
The soup does include some vegetables like carrots, celery, and green beans, and the chicken used is white meat. However, these potentially beneficial ingredients are overshadowed by the product’s use of additives and lack of commitment to non-GMO and organic standards.
The Progresso Light Chicken & Dumpling soup, therefore, receives the lowest possible green leaf rating due to these factors. Consumers seeking cleaner, more natural food options are advised to consider alternative products that adhere more closely to the principles of organic farming and that avoid the use of additives and GMOs. With health-conscious individuals in mind, this product falls short of providing a cleaner food choice in today’s market.
Certifications:
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