Thrive Market Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips

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Is Thrive Market Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips healthy?

Thrive Market Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product features a simple ingredient list with potatoes, avocado oil, and Himalayan pink salt, which are all minimally processed and of high quality.

How processed is Thrive Market Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips?

Thrive Market Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Thrive Market Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Potatoes, Avocado oil, Himalayan pink salt count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Thrive Market Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips

Thrive Market
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Chips & Salty Snacks
Summary

This product features a simple ingredient list with potatoes, avocado oil, and Himalayan pink salt, which are all minimally processed and of high quality. The use of avocado oil, a healthy monounsaturated fat, is a positive aspect, as it supports heart health and is stable at high temperatures. Despite being processed, the absence of harmful additives or seed oils allows it to achieve a high score within its category.

Key ingredients 3

Avocado oil
Very Good

Avocado oil is a high-quality monounsaturated fat with anti-inflammatory properties. It is cold-pressed, preserving beneficial compounds and nutrients. This oil supports heart health and is stable at high cooking temperatures.

Benefits

Rich in monounsaturated fats that support heart health and provide anti-inflammatory properties. Contains antioxidants like vitamin E that may reduce oxidative stress.

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Potatoes
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Risks

Frying potatoes can lead to the formation of acrylamide, a potential carcinogen, and increase calorie content.

Benefits

Potatoes are a good source of vitamins C and B6, potassium, and fiber when consumed with the skin.

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Himalayan pink salt
Good

Himalayan pink salt is an unrefined mineral salt containing trace minerals. It is minimally processed, providing a natural source of sodium. This salt is often considered a healthier alternative to refined table salt.

Risks

Excessive sodium intake can lead to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Provides essential trace minerals and is a natural source of sodium, which is necessary for fluid balance and nerve function.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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