365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus

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Is 365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus healthy?

365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus scores 4/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. 365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus scores 4/100.

Has 365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus been lab-tested?

Yes. 365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus carries an independent laboratory panel from EWG covering 1 contaminant (including Glyphosate) — the full results are on this page.

How processed is 365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus?

365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

How does 365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus compare to other dips?

365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus ranks #8 of 10 dips in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Ithaca Craft Hummus Classic at 65/100.

Which ingredients drive 365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cooked Chickpeas, Tahini (Ground Sesame), Garlic count in its favor; Expeller Pressed Canola Oil 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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365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus

365 Whole Foods Market
Lab tested
4 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 1
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Summary

365 Whole Foods Market Original Hummus scores 4/100. EWG testing found 2,379 ppb glyphosate — nearly 15x the EWG health benchmark of 160 ppb and the highest of any hummus tested. Expeller pressed canola oil (seed oil) is the 2nd ingredient. No preservatives and some organic spices are positives, but the extreme glyphosate contamination devastates the score. Owned by Amazon. NOVA 3.

Contaminants 1

Source: EWG

Glyphosate
2,379 ppb
High

Detected at a high level — at or above health-based exposure limits. Regular exposure at this level is a genuine health concern. Glyphosate is classified as a probable human carcinogen by WHO's IARC and disrupts the gut microbiome. Chickpeas are heavily sprayed with glyphosate as a pre-harvest desiccant.

EWG testing detected 2,379 ppb glyphosate — nearly 15x the EWG health benchmark of 160 ppb and the highest level found in any hummus tested.

Key ingredients 10

Expeller Pressed Canola Oil
Very Bad

Expeller Pressed Canola Oil is a refined seed oil. Expeller-pressing avoids hexane solvents, but it is still high in pro-inflammatory omega-6 linoleic acid — Scout classifies all seed oils as very_bad.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Common acidulant for flavor and preservation. Generally recognized as safe.

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Lemon Juice Concentrate
Neutral

Provides acidity and flavor. Concentrated form loses some fresh lemon benefits.

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Lemon Oil
Neutral

Natural flavoring from lemon peel. Clean ingredient.

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Cooked Chickpeas
Good

Whole food legume rich in plant protein, fiber, folate, and iron. The primary ingredient and traditional base of hummus.

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Tahini (Ground Sesame)
Good

Whole food source of healthy fats, calcium, and minerals. Traditional hummus ingredient providing rich flavor and nutrition.

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Garlic
Good

Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.

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Sea Salt
Good

Unrefined sea salt — a minimally processed, natural source of sodium and essential trace minerals, and a legitimate whole-food seasoning. Treated as a positive ingredient.

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Organic Cumin
Good

Organic spice with antioxidant and digestive benefits.

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Organic Paprika
Good

Organic spice rich in vitamin A and antioxidants.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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