Roastbeef

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Is Roastbeef healthy?

Roastbeef scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This roast beef product is processed and contains additives such as dextrose and sodium nitrite, which are associated with potential health risks like increased blood sugar levels and carcinogenic nitrosamines.

How processed is Roastbeef?

Roastbeef is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Roastbeef's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Beef thigh, Roast beef fat count in its favor; Dextrose, E 250 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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Roastbeef

Gårdlykke
60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Orkla
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This roast beef product is processed and contains additives such as dextrose and sodium nitrite, which are associated with potential health risks like increased blood sugar levels and carcinogenic nitrosamines. While it provides a good source of protein from beef thigh, the presence of these additives and the level of processing limit its healthiness compared to minimally processed meats.

Key ingredients 8

Beef thigh
Very Good

Beef thigh is a high-quality source of protein and essential nutrients, making it a nutritious choice.

Roast beef fat
Good

Roast beef fat adds flavor and energy, contributing to the overall taste and mouthfeel of the product.

Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient that helps maintain moisture and texture without affecting nutritional value.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Acidity regulators (E 325, E 262)
Neutral

Acidity regulators help maintain product stability and safety without adding nutritional benefits.

E 301
Neutral

Used as antioxidant. E 301 is used to prevent oxidation and spoilage, helping preserve the product's quality.

Dextrose
Bad

Dextrose is a sugar that can contribute to excess calorie intake and may impact blood sugar levels.

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E 250
Bad

Used as preservative. E 250 is a preservative that may raise health concerns with frequent consumption, though it extends shelf life.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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