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CUT GREEN BEANS

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Is CUT GREEN BEANS healthy?

CUT GREEN BEANS scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists primarily of green beans, water, and salt, which are simple and recognizable ingredients.

How processed is CUT GREEN BEANS?

CUT GREEN BEANS is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive CUT GREEN BEANS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Zinc chloride 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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CUT GREEN BEANS

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65 Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Wegmans
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This product consists primarily of green beans, water, and salt, which are simple and recognizable ingredients. However, the inclusion of zinc chloride as a color stabilizer introduces a synthetic additive, which is unnecessary from a nutritional standpoint. While the product is processed, it maintains a relatively clean label with minimal additives, contributing to a moderate score.

Key ingredients 4

Green beans
Neutral

Green beans are a natural vegetable source, providing fiber and essential nutrients. They are minimally processed in this product, retaining most of their nutritional value. However, they do not offer significant unique health benefits beyond basic nutrition.

Benefits

Provides dietary fiber and essential vitamins and minerals, contributing to overall health.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used as a medium for canning and does not contribute any nutritional value. It is essential for maintaining the moisture and texture of the product. There are no health concerns associated with its use in this context.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation in canned foods. It is a common ingredient but does not provide additional health benefits in this form. Excessive consumption of salt can lead to health issues such as hypertension.

Risks

High sodium intake can contribute to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

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Zinc chloride
Bad

Zinc chloride is used as a color stabilizer in canned foods. It is a synthetic additive and does not provide nutritional benefits. Its use in food products is generally safe but unnecessary from a nutritional standpoint.

Risks

Excessive consumption of zinc chloride can lead to gastrointestinal irritation and other health issues.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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