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Purnell's Old Folks Hot Country Sausage

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Is Purnell's Old Folks Hot Country Sausage healthy?

Purnell's Old Folks Hot Country Sausage scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sausage product is ultra-processed, which limits its health score despite containing high-quality pork cuts.

How processed is Purnell's Old Folks Hot Country Sausage?

Purnell's Old Folks Hot Country Sausage is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Purnell's Old Folks Hot Country Sausage's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pork (including ham, loin, and tenderloin) counts in its favor; Sugar, Monosodium glutamate 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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Purnell's Old Folks Hot Country Sausage

Purnell's Old Folks
60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

$54.99 · 16 oz · 4 pack · $13.75 / count
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by F.B. Purnell Sausage Co., Inc.
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This sausage product is ultra-processed, which limits its health score despite containing high-quality pork cuts. The presence of monosodium glutamate (MSG) and added sugar contributes to its processing level, which can impact health negatively. While the pork provides beneficial nutrients, the overall processing and additives reduce its nutritional value.

Key ingredients 6

Pork (including ham, loin, and tenderloin)
Good

Pork provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient in the product.

Salt
Neutral

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

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient that helps in processing and maintaining moisture without affecting health positively or negatively.

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Seasoning (spices)
Neutral

Spices add flavor and aroma but are generally neutral in health impact, depending on the specific spices used.

Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excessive calorie intake and potential health issues if consumed in large amounts.

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Monosodium glutamate
Bad

MSG is used to enhance flavor but may cause sensitivity in some individuals and is considered an additive with potential concerns.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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