White Sourdough

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Common questions

Is White Sourdough healthy?

White Sourdough scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This white sourdough bread is moderately processed, with a clean ingredient list that includes beneficial components like durum wheat semolina and wheat protein, which enhance its nutritional profile.

How processed is White Sourdough?

White Sourdough is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive White Sourdough's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sea Salt counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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White Sourdough

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65 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Associated British Foods plc
Category Bread
Summary

This white sourdough bread is moderately processed, with a clean ingredient list that includes beneficial components like durum wheat semolina and wheat protein, which enhance its nutritional profile. However, the use of enriched wheat flour and the presence of added vitamins indicate a level of processing that prevents it from achieving a higher score. The absence of harmful additives or seed oils is a positive aspect, contributing to a better rating within its category.

Key ingredients 6

Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral source, contributing positively to the bread's taste profile.

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Wheat Flour (with added Calcium, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin)
Neutral

This ingredient provides essential nutrients and is a common base for bread, contributing to its nutritional value without negative connotations.

Water
Neutral

Water is a fundamental component in bread making, essential for dough formation and hydration, with no negative health implications.

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Durum Wheat Semolina
Neutral

Semolina adds texture and flavor to the bread, being a natural wheat product without adverse effects.

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Wheat Protein
Neutral

Wheat protein enhances the bread's structure and elasticity, a natural component of wheat with no inherent harm.

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Fermented Wheat Flour
Neutral

Fermentation improves flavor and digestibility, making it a beneficial natural process in bread production.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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