Common questions

Is 100% APPLE JUICE healthy?

100% APPLE JUICE scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This apple juice is made from concentrate and includes natural flavors, which are highly processed and lack transparency.

How processed is 100% APPLE JUICE?

100% APPLE JUICE is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive 100% APPLE JUICE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Apple Juice Concentrate, ascorbic acid (vitamin c) count in its favor; natural flavors 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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Name: 100% APPLE JUICE
Brand: Ahold

Ahold

Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Ahold Usa, Inc.

Category Juice

Summary

This apple juice is made from concentrate and includes natural flavors, which are highly processed and lack transparency. While it contains beneficial vitamin C, the presence of natural flavors and the processing level limit its score. The juice is also high in natural sugars, which contributes to its moderate rating.

Key ingredients 4

Apple Juice Concentrate

Good

Part of Apple juice from concentrate. This ingredient is a natural source of fruit flavor and nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for consumers.

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ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

Good

Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C that supports immune health and helps preserve the juice's freshness.

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Filtered Water

Neutral

Part of Apple juice from concentrate. This ingredient is a natural source of fruit flavor and nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for consumers.

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natural flavors

Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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