Yellow Corn Meal - 16oz - Good & Gather™
Good & GatherAnalysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This product is a processed food with a relatively simple ingredient list, primarily consisting of degerminated yellow cornmeal and added vitamins. While it lacks harmful additives like artificial colors or seed oils, the processing level limits its score. The inclusion of fortifying nutrients like niacin and folic acid is beneficial, but the product's processed nature prevents it from achieving a higher rating.
Key ingredients 6
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Risks
High doses of niacin can cause flushing and, in rare cases, liver damage.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and is important for maintaining healthy skin and nerve function.
RiboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
Benefits
Supports energy production and is important for maintaining healthy skin and eyes.
Degerminated yellow cornmealNeutral
Degerminated yellow cornmeal is a processed form of cornmeal where the germ and bran are removed. This process reduces the fiber and nutrient content compared to whole grain cornmeal. It is commonly used for its fine texture and longer shelf life.
Risks
The removal of the germ and bran reduces the fiber and nutrient content, which may impact its overall nutritional value.
Benefits
Provides a source of carbohydrates and can be used in various culinary applications.
Ferrous sulfateNeutral
Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement used to fortify foods and prevent iron deficiency. It is a common additive in processed foods to enhance nutritional value. The bioavailability of iron from ferrous sulfate can vary depending on dietary factors.
Risks
Excessive intake can lead to iron overload, which may cause health issues such as gastrointestinal discomfort.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency anemia by providing a source of iron, which is essential for oxygen transport in the body.
Thiamine mononitrateNeutral
Thiamine mononitrate is a synthetic form of vitamin B1 used to fortify foods. It is crucial for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Fortification helps prevent thiamine deficiency, especially in processed foods.
Benefits
Essential for energy production and proper nerve function.
Folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate used to fortify foods and prevent neural tube defects. It is crucial for DNA synthesis and cell division. Fortification is particularly important for women of childbearing age.
Risks
Excessive intake can mask vitamin B12 deficiency and may lead to neurological issues.
Benefits
Essential for DNA synthesis and cell division, and helps prevent neural tube defects during pregnancy.
Processing
Processed Foods
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