Original Breadsticks

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Common questions

Is Original Breadsticks healthy?

Original Breadsticks scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains a simple ingredient list with wheat flour, olive oil, yeast, barley malt extract, and salt, which are generally considered wholesome.

How processed is Original Breadsticks?

Original Breadsticks is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Original Breadsticks' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Olive Oil 7% counts in its favor; Wheat Flour 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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Original Breadsticks

Tesco
70 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Tesco PLC
Category Bread
Summary

This product contains a simple ingredient list with wheat flour, olive oil, yeast, barley malt extract, and salt, which are generally considered wholesome. The use of olive oil is a positive aspect due to its healthy fat profile. However, as a processed food, it is subject to a score cap, and the presence of refined flour limits its nutritional profile compared to whole grain options.

Key ingredients 5

Olive Oil 7%
Very Good

Olive oil is a healthy fat rich in monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and overall well-being.

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Yeast
Neutral

Yeast is used for fermentation and leavening, contributing to the texture and flavor of baked goods.

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Barley Malt Extract
Neutral

Barley malt extract adds natural sweetness and flavor, and provides some nutrients from the malted barley.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Wheat Flour
Bad

Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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