Farm-raised Cooked Shrimp

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Common questions

Is Farm-raised Cooked Shrimp healthy?

Farm-raised Cooked Shrimp scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists of shrimp, water, and salt, which are simple and clean ingredients.

How processed is Farm-raised Cooked Shrimp?

Farm-raised Cooked Shrimp is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

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Farm-raised Cooked Shrimp

365 Whole Foods Market
75 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Whole Foods Market
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product consists of shrimp, water, and salt, which are simple and clean ingredients. The shrimp is farm-raised, which may raise concerns about sustainability and potential contaminants, but the minimal ingredient list and lack of harmful additives contribute positively to its score. Despite being processed, the absence of artificial additives or seed oils allows it to achieve a relatively high rating within its category.

Key ingredients 3

Shrimp
Neutral

Shrimp is a good source of protein and contains essential nutrients like selenium and vitamin B12. However, farm-raised shrimp may contain residues from antibiotics and other chemicals used in aquaculture. The nutritional benefits are balanced by potential concerns over farming practices and environmental impact.

Risks

Farm-raised shrimp may contain antibiotic residues and other contaminants due to aquaculture practices.

Benefits

Shrimp provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients such as selenium and vitamin B12.

Water
Neutral

Water is used as a processing aid and does not contribute any nutritional value. It is essential for maintaining moisture and texture in the product. There are no health concerns associated with water as an ingredient.

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Salt
Neutral

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

Risks

Excessive salt intake can contribute to high blood pressure and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in food products.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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