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GREAT NORTHERN BEANS

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Is GREAT NORTHERN BEANS healthy?

GREAT NORTHERN BEANS scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists primarily of great northern beans, which are nutritious and rich in protein and fiber, contributing positively to heart health and digestion.

How processed is GREAT NORTHERN BEANS?

GREAT NORTHERN BEANS is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive GREAT NORTHERN BEANS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Great Northern Beans counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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GREAT NORTHERN BEANS

Hy-Vee, Inc.
80 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Hy-Vee, Inc.
Category Beans
Summary

This product consists primarily of great northern beans, which are nutritious and rich in protein and fiber, contributing positively to heart health and digestion. However, the presence of calcium chloride as a firming agent and the processing level limit its score compared to minimally processed or organic options. Despite being processed, the ingredient list is relatively clean, with no harmful additives or seed oils.

Key ingredients 4

Great Northern Beans
Good

A wholesome legume rich in plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and essential minerals that support digestive and heart health.

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Water
Neutral

Essential for cooking and maintaining the proper moisture content of the canned beans.

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Salt
Neutral

Used as a traditional seasoning and preservative to enhance the flavor of the beans.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

A safe mineral additive used as a firming agent to help the beans maintain their structural integrity during processing.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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