FRUIT SPREAD

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Is FRUIT SPREAD healthy?

FRUIT SPREAD scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This fruit spread contains organic strawberries, which are a beneficial ingredient due to their nutrient content and organic cultivation.

How processed is FRUIT SPREAD?

FRUIT SPREAD is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive FRUIT SPREAD's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Strawberries, Ascorbic Acid count in its favor; Organic Cane 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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FRUIT SPREAD

Simple Truth
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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

This fruit spread contains organic strawberries, which are a beneficial ingredient due to their nutrient content and organic cultivation. However, the product is heavily sweetened with organic cane sugar, contributing to high sugar content and caloric intake without essential nutrients. The presence of additives like apple pectin and citric acid, along with its high processing level, further impacts its health score.

Key ingredients 5

Organic Strawberries
Good

Organic strawberries are naturally sweet and rich in vitamins, making them a healthy fruit choice.

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Ascorbic Acid
Good

Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.

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Apple Pectin
Neutral

Apple pectin is a natural fiber used as a gelling agent, contributing to the texture without affecting flavor significantly.

Citric Acid
Neutral

Citric acid enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, commonly found in fruit products.

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Organic Cane Sugar
Bad

Organic cane sugar adds sweetness but is a source of added sugars, which should be consumed in moderation.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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