Common questions

Is Gala Apples healthy?

Gala Apples scores 82/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Gala apples are a whole food with minimal processing, providing natural sugars, fiber, and essential vitamins.

How processed is Gala Apples?

Gala Apples is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Gala Apples' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Gala apples 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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Gala Apples

Name: Gala Apples
Brand: Marketside

Marketside

Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Walmart

Category Fruits

Summary

Gala apples are a whole food with minimal processing, providing natural sugars, fiber, and essential vitamins. The use of a food-grade wax is common for preservation and does not significantly impact the healthiness of the product. As a minimally processed fruit, it supports overall health and wellness.

Key ingredients 2

food grade vegetable or shellac-based wax

Neutral

The wax is used to give apples a shiny appearance and help preserve freshness; it is food grade and generally considered safe.

Gala apples

Bad

Gala apples are conventionally grown and may contain pesticide residues, which can be a concern for consumers seeking cleaner produce.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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