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Mushrooms

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Is Mushrooms healthy?

Mushrooms scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists mainly of mushrooms, which are nutritious and low in calories, providing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

How processed is Mushrooms?

Mushrooms is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Mushrooms' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Mushroom, Ascorbic acid count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This product consists mainly of mushrooms, which are nutritious and low in calories, providing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The ingredient list is short and clean, with only a couple of additives like citric acid and ascorbic acid, which are generally considered safe. However, due to its processing level, the score is capped, preventing it from reaching the highest tier.

Key ingredients 5

Mushroom
Good

Mushrooms are a low-calorie food rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They provide dietary fiber and are a good source of B vitamins and selenium. Their natural umami flavor enhances taste without the need for excessive salt or fat.

Benefits

Mushrooms support immune function and may have anti-inflammatory properties. They are also beneficial for gut health due to their fiber content.

Ascorbic acid
Good

Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.

Benefits

Ascorbic acid can help maintain the color and freshness of food products.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used as a solvent and carrier in canned foods. It helps maintain moisture and texture in the product. It does not contribute any nutritional value.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used as a preservative and flavor enhancer in canned foods. It helps to extend shelf life and improve taste. However, excessive consumption of salt can lead to health issues such as hypertension.

Risks

High sodium intake can increase the risk of hypertension and cardiovascular diseases.

Benefits

Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, helping to maintain the product's shelf life.

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Citric acid
Neutral

Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavoring agent. It is commonly used to add acidity and enhance flavor in canned foods. It is generally recognized as safe when used in food products.

Benefits

Citric acid helps preserve the color and flavor of foods and can enhance the absorption of minerals.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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