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LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS

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Is LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS healthy?

LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is ultra-processed due to the inclusion of additives like calcium disodium EDTA and refined sugar, which are unnecessary in canned beans.

How processed is LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS?

LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Prepared Light Red Kidney Beans 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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LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS

Hy-Vee
60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Hy-Vee, Inc.
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This product is ultra-processed due to the inclusion of additives like calcium disodium EDTA and refined sugar, which are unnecessary in canned beans. While the beans themselves are nutritious, the added sugar and firming agents detract from the overall healthiness. The processing level limits the potential score, despite the presence of a single additive.

Key ingredients 6

Prepared Light Red Kidney Beans
Good

A wholesome source of plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and essential minerals that support digestive and heart health.

Water
Neutral

Essential hydration medium used for processing and canning the beans.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used to enhance flavor and preserve the product.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

Used as a firming agent to maintain the texture and structural integrity of the beans.

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Calcium Disodium Edta
Neutral

Used in very small amounts as a preservative to protect color and prevent oxidation.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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