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Pitted Prunes

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Is Pitted Prunes healthy?

Pitted Prunes scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Pitted prunes are a natural source of dietary fiber and nutrients, offering digestive health benefits.

How processed is Pitted Prunes?

Pitted Prunes is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Pitted Prunes' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pitted dried prunes counts in its favor; Potassium sorbate 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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Pitted Prunes

Kirkland Signature
65 Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Costco
Category Fruits
Summary

Pitted prunes are a natural source of dietary fiber and nutrients, offering digestive health benefits. However, the inclusion of potassium sorbate as a preservative introduces a level of processing that impacts the overall score. While the product is relatively clean with only one additive, the processing level limits its potential score.

Key ingredients 2

Pitted dried prunes
Good

Pitted dried prunes are a natural source of dietary fiber and essential nutrients. They are minimally processed and retain most of their nutritional value. Prunes are known for their digestive health benefits and natural sweetness.

Risks

Excessive consumption may lead to digestive discomfort due to high fiber content.

Benefits

Rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, prunes support digestive health and provide natural sweetness without added sugars.

Potassium sorbate
Bad

Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life. It is generally recognized as safe but may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Its use in processed foods is common, but it does not provide nutritional benefits.

Risks

May cause allergic reactions or skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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