NOW Foods Real Food Carob Powder 12 oz

NOW® Real Food
88 Excellent

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Richard family
Category Flours
Summary

This product consists solely of carob powder, a minimally processed ingredient derived from the pods of the carob tree. It is free from added sugars, artificial additives, and harmful ingredients, making it a healthy choice. The dry roasting process enhances flavor without compromising nutritional integrity, contributing to its high rating. Its plastic packaging can shed microplastics into the food and lowers its score.

Key ingredients 1

Carob powder
Good

Carob powder is a natural, minimally processed ingredient derived from the pods of the carob tree. It is often used as a caffeine-free alternative to cocoa powder and contains no added sugars or artificial additives. The dry roasting process enhances its flavor while maintaining its nutritional integrity.

Benefits

Carob powder is high in fiber and contains antioxidants, which may support digestive health and reduce oxidative stress. It is also naturally sweet, reducing the need for added sugars in recipes.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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NOW Foods Real Food Carob Powder 12 oz

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Is NOW Foods Real Food Carob Powder 12 oz healthy?

NOW Foods Real Food Carob Powder 12 oz scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists solely of carob powder, a minimally processed ingredient derived from the pods of the carob tree.

How processed is NOW Foods Real Food Carob Powder 12 oz?

NOW Foods Real Food Carob Powder 12 oz is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive NOW Foods Real Food Carob Powder 12 oz's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Carob powder counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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