Sourdough

Common questions

Is Sourdough healthy?

Sourdough scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sourdough bread features a relatively clean ingredient list with beneficial components like natural sourdough, stone ground whole wheat flour, and pecans, which contribute to its nutritional value.

How processed is Sourdough?

Sourdough is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sourdough's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Natural sourdough for leavening, Stone ground whole wheat flour, Unrefined sea salt count in its favor; Palm fruit 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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Sourdough

Berkshire mountain Bakery
80 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Bread
Summary

This sourdough bread features a relatively clean ingredient list with beneficial components like natural sourdough, stone ground whole wheat flour, and pecans, which contribute to its nutritional value. The inclusion of dried tart cherries adds natural sweetness and antioxidants. However, the presence of palm fruit and the processed nature of the product limit its score, as it cannot exceed a certain threshold due to its processing level.

Key ingredients 8

Natural sourdough for leavening
Good

Natural sourdough enhances flavor and digestibility, making the bread more wholesome and easier to digest.

Stone ground whole wheat flour
Good

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients, contributing to a more nutritious bread option.

Unrefined sea salt
Good

Unrefined sea salt provides essential minerals and enhances flavor without synthetic additives.

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Dried tart cherries
Good

Dried tart cherries add natural sweetness and antioxidants, enriching the flavor and nutritional profile.

Pecans
Good

Pecans contribute healthy fats, fiber, and flavor, making the bread more nutritious and satisfying.

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Unbleached white flour
Neutral

Unbleached white flour is a common base ingredient that provides carbohydrates and structure to the bread without added chemicals.

Filtered water
Neutral

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

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Palm fruit
Bad

Palm fruit is associated with environmental concerns and potential health issues due to its high saturated fat content.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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