Sweet corn cobs

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Common questions

Is Sweet corn cobs healthy?

Sweet corn cobs scores 77/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists primarily of whole, minimally processed ingredients like super sweet corn, corn, and peas, which are rich in essential nutrients and fiber.

How processed is Sweet corn cobs?

Sweet corn cobs is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sweet corn cobs' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Corn counts in its favor; Super Sweet Corn On the Cob, Wheat and Their Derivatives 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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Sweet corn cobs

Kroger
Bioengineered
77 Good

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Kroger
Category Vegetables
Summary

This product consists primarily of whole, minimally processed ingredients like super sweet corn, corn, and peas, which are rich in essential nutrients and fiber. The presence of wheat derivatives could be a concern for those with gluten sensitivities, but overall, the product maintains a high nutritional value with minimal processing. The clean ingredient list and natural nutrient retention contribute positively to its healthiness score.

Key ingredients 6

Corn
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Celery and its Derivatives
Neutral

Celery is considered neutral as it is a natural vegetable with moderate nutritional value and minimal processing.

Eggs and their derivatives
Neutral

Eggs are neutral as they are a natural source of protein and nutrients, with no inherent negative or positive bias.

Peas
Neutral

Peas are considered neutral because they are minimally processed and provide fiber and vitamins without significant concerns.

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Super Sweet Corn On the Cob
Bad

This ingredient is classified as 'bad' because it is highly processed and may contain added sugars or preservatives that consumers often prefer to avoid.

Wheat and Their Derivatives
Bad

Wheat is marked as 'bad' because it may contain gluten and is often associated with processed foods, which some consumers avoid.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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