Colman's English Mustard, Original, 3.5 Oz

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Is Colman's English Mustard, Original, 3.5 Oz healthy?

Colman's English Mustard, Original, 3.5 Oz scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This mustard is ultra-processed, which limits its score despite having some beneficial ingredients like turmeric.

How processed is Colman's English Mustard, Original, 3.5 Oz?

Colman's English Mustard, Original, 3.5 Oz is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Colman's English Mustard, Original, 3.5 Oz's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Mustard Flour, Turmeric count in its favor; Sugar, Wheat Flour are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Colman's English Mustard, Original, 3.5 Oz

Colman's
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Unilever
Category Condiments
Summary

This mustard is ultra-processed, which limits its score despite having some beneficial ingredients like turmeric. The presence of refined sugar and xanthan gum, a thickening agent that can cause digestive issues, further impacts its rating. While it contains only a few additives, the overall processing level and inclusion of refined ingredients reduce its healthiness.

Key ingredients 8

Mustard Flour
Good

Derived from whole mustard seeds, providing natural flavor, heat, and beneficial plant compounds.

Turmeric
Good

Natural spice known for its vibrant yellow color and antioxidant properties.

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Water
Neutral

Essential base liquid used for hydration and consistency.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Common organic acid used to adjust acidity and preserve freshness.

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Xanthan Gum
Neutral

Common microbial-derived thickener used to improve texture and stability.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Wheat Flour
Bad

Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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