Pumpkin Butter

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Common questions

Is Pumpkin Butter healthy?

Pumpkin Butter scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This pumpkin butter contains a high amount of refined sugar, which is a concern due to its association with health issues like obesity and metabolic syndrome.

How processed is Pumpkin Butter?

Pumpkin Butter is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Pumpkin Butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pumpkin, Honey, Cinnamon count in its favor; Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Pumpkin Butter

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75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
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Category Condiments
Summary

This pumpkin butter contains a high amount of refined sugar, which is a concern due to its association with health issues like obesity and metabolic syndrome. However, it also includes beneficial ingredients such as pumpkin and spices like cinnamon and ginger, which offer nutritional benefits and enhance flavor. The product is processed, which limits its score, but the absence of artificial additives and the use of natural ingredients are positive aspects.

Key ingredients 8

Pumpkin
Good

A nutrient-dense vegetable rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants like beta-carotene.

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Honey
Good

A natural sweetener containing small amounts of beneficial antioxidants and trace nutrients.

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Cinnamon
Good

A warming spice rich in antioxidants with potential metabolic health benefits.

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Cloves
Good

A potent aromatic spice packed with antioxidants and antimicrobial properties.

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Ginger
Good

A traditional root spice known for its digestive and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Lemon Juice Concentrate
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Nutmeg
Neutral

A flavorful aromatic spice used in small quantities for taste and culinary depth.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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