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Del Monte Sliced Beets

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Is Del Monte Sliced Beets healthy?

Del Monte Sliced Beets scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists of beets, water, sugar, and salt, making it a processed food with added sugar.

How processed is Del Monte Sliced Beets?

Del Monte Sliced Beets is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Del Monte Sliced Beets' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Beets counts 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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Del Monte Sliced Beets

Del Monte
75 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$21.24 · 14.5 oz · pack of 12 · $0.12 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Del Monte Foods Inc.
Category Vegetables
Summary

This product consists of beets, water, sugar, and salt, making it a processed food with added sugar. While beets are nutrient-rich and provide essential vitamins and minerals, the addition of refined sugar contributes empty calories and potential health risks such as obesity and diabetes. The processing level and presence of added sugar limit the overall healthiness of the product.

Key ingredients 4

Beets
Good

Beets are a nutrient-rich vegetable providing essential vitamins and minerals. They are high in dietary nitrates, which can improve blood flow and lower blood pressure. Beets also contain antioxidants that may reduce inflammation.

Benefits

Rich in nitrates that support cardiovascular health and antioxidants that may reduce inflammation.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used as a solvent and carrier in food products. It helps maintain moisture and texture in the product. Water itself does not provide nutritional benefits but is essential for hydration.

Benefits

Essential for hydration and maintaining the texture of the product.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used to enhance flavor and preserve food. It is a source of sodium, which is essential for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function. However, excessive salt intake can lead to high blood pressure.

Risks

Excessive consumption can contribute to hypertension and cardiovascular disease.

Benefits

Provides essential sodium for fluid balance and nerve function.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined sugar is added to enhance sweetness but provides empty calories with no essential nutrients. Excessive consumption of refined sugar can lead to health issues such as obesity and diabetes. It is often used in processed foods to improve taste.

Risks

High intake of refined sugar is associated with increased risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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