Common questions

Is Cinnamon Applesauce healthy?

Cinnamon Applesauce scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cinnamon applesauce is a processed food with added refined sugar, which contributes to its high sugar content and caloric density.

How processed is Cinnamon Applesauce?

Cinnamon Applesauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Cinnamon Applesauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cinnamon, Ascorbic Acid count in its favor; Sugar 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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Cinnamon Applesauce

Name: Cinnamon Applesauce
Brand: Lunch Buddies

Lunch Buddies

Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Aldi

Category Fruits

Summary

This cinnamon applesauce is a processed food with added refined sugar, which contributes to its high sugar content and caloric density. While it contains beneficial ingredients like apples and cinnamon, the presence of refined sugar detracts from its overall healthiness. The product's processing level limits its score, despite the inclusion of natural ingredients.

Key ingredients 5

Cinnamon

Good

Cinnamon is a spice known for its flavor and potential antioxidant properties, enhancing the product's appeal.

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Ascorbic Acid

Good

Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.

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Apples

Neutral

Apples are a natural fruit providing vitamins and fiber, though they may contain some pesticide residues if not organic.

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Water

Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and acts as a base in the product without affecting health negatively or positively.

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Sugar

Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but is associated with excess calorie intake and can impact blood sugar levels.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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