Sainsbury's ref kidney

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Is Sainsbury's ref kidney healthy?

Sainsbury's ref kidney scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial ingredients like red kidney beans and tomatoes, which are rich in nutrients and minimally processed.

How processed is Sainsbury's ref kidney?

Sainsbury's ref kidney is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sainsbury's ref kidney's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Red Kidney Beans, Tomatoes, Chilli Powder count in its favor; Sugar, Modified Maize Starch are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sainsbury's ref kidney

Sainsbury's
Bioengineered
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by J Sainsbury
Category Beans
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients like red kidney beans and tomatoes, which are rich in nutrients and minimally processed. However, the presence of added sugar and modified maize starch introduces unnecessary processing and empty calories. The overall processing level limits the score, despite the presence of some healthy components.

Key ingredients 8

Red Kidney Beans
Very Good

Red kidney beans are a nutritious source of protein and fiber, supporting overall health and digestion.

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Tomatoes
Good

Tomatoes are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, contributing to a healthy diet.

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Chilli Powder
Good

Chilli powder adds flavor and contains capsaicin, which may have metabolism-boosting properties.

Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and forms the base of many food products without added health concerns.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is necessary for flavor and preservation but should be consumed in moderation.

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Firming Agent: Calcium Chloride
Neutral

Calcium chloride is used to maintain food texture and safety without affecting flavor or nutrition.

Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake if consumed in large amounts.

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Modified Maize Starch
Bad

Modified maize starch is a processed additive that may have limited nutritional value and is often used as a thickener.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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