Progresso
Flavor:
Traditional Chicken Noodle
Ingredients:
Chicken Broth, Cooked White Chicken Meat, Carrots, Egg Noodles (semolina wheat, wheat flour, egg*), Celery. Contains less than 2% of: Modified Food Starch, Corn Protein (hydrolyzed), Water, Chicken Fat, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Egg White*, Carrot Puree, Onion Powder, Sugar, Soy Protein Isolate, Sodium Phosphate, Tomato Extract, Garlic Powder, Parsley*, Chives*, Maltodextrin, Spice, Natural Flavor, Beta Carotene (color), Flavoring. *Dried
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle soup does not meet the criteria for a cleaner food option on our website. The product is not organic, and it is not made with non-GMO ingredients, which significantly impacts its rating. Additionally, the inclusion of added sugar and several potentially harmful additives such as natural flavors, flavoring, and modified food starch detracts from its overall score. Maltodextrin, a known harmful additive, further reduces its standing.
The soup’s base is composed of chicken broth, with cooked white chicken meat, carrots, egg noodles, and celery. The noodles are made from semolina wheat, wheat flour, and eggs. However, the presence of less desirable ingredients overshadows these more straightforward components. The list includes modified food starch, hydrolyzed corn protein, and a variety of isolates and powders like soy protein isolate and onion powder. These elements contribute to the lower rating, as they do not align with the website’s standards for cleaner food options.
Moreover, the product contains additives such as egg whites, carrot puree, and spices that are less concerning but are accompanied by sugar, garlic powder, and tomato extract which add to the complexity of the ingredient profile. The soup is further colored with beta carotene and includes additional flavoring agents that lack transparency in their composition.
The rating reflects the website’s commitment to promoting healthier, cleaner food choices. The Progresso Traditional Chicken Noodle soup, with its current ingredient list and lack of organic or non-GMO certification, falls short of these standards. Consumers seeking cleaner and more natural food products are advised to consider alternatives that better align with these values. The low green leaf rating serves as a guide for those looking to make informed decisions in a market saturated with options that do not prioritize health and transparency.
Certifications:
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