Welch’s

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Welch’s Concord Grape product receives the lowest possible recommendation on our scale for cleaner food options. This score reflects a serious concern over the product’s ingredient list, which is dominated by non-organic components and includes genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The presence of added sugars, specifically sugar and citric acid, further detracts from the product’s healthfulness.

Moreover, the inclusion of corn syrup, a more harmful type of added sugar, exacerbates the negative health implications. The product also harbors potentially harmful additives such as natural and artificial flavors, sodium citrate, and modified corn starch. These ingredients, often found in processed foods, contribute to the product’s low score.

The assessment grows more critical as we consider the known harmful additives in the mix: artificial flavors, Blue 1, and Red 40. These synthetic dyes and flavors are controversial and have been linked to adverse health effects. Additionally, the product contains palm oil derivatives, which are associated with negative environmental impacts and are not considered a healthy oil option.

A significant deduction stems from the mislabeling of high fructose corn syrup as “artificial flavor,” which is a considerable error given the well-documented health concerns surrounding high fructose corn syrup consumption.

This comprehensive evaluation positions the Welch’s Concord Grape product as one to avoid for consumers seeking cleaner, healthier food choices. The abundance of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, harmful additives, and misleading labels make it clear that this product does not align with the values of health-conscious shoppers. Consumers are urged to seek alternatives that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and eliminate unnecessary additives for a cleaner diet and better overall health.