Creamy Peanut Butter Spread

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Is Creamy Peanut Butter Spread healthy?

Creamy Peanut Butter Spread scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This peanut butter spread contains roasted peanuts, which provide protein and healthy fats, and sea salt, which is a minimally processed source of sodium.

How processed is Creamy Peanut Butter Spread?

Creamy Peanut Butter Spread is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Creamy Peanut Butter Spread's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Roasted Peanuts, Sea Salt count in its favor; Sugar, Palm Oil 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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Creamy Peanut Butter Spread

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65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 2
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Category Butter
Summary

This peanut butter spread contains roasted peanuts, which provide protein and healthy fats, and sea salt, which is a minimally processed source of sodium. However, the inclusion of refined sugar adds empty calories and potential health risks like blood sugar spikes. The presence of palm oil, while not as harmful as seed oils, contributes to the processing level, limiting the overall healthiness of the product.

Key ingredients 4

Roasted Peanuts
Good

Roasted peanuts are a good source of protein and healthy fats. They contain essential nutrients like magnesium and vitamin E. The roasting process enhances flavor without significantly reducing nutritional value.

Risks

Potential allergen for individuals with peanut allergies.

Benefits

Rich in monounsaturated fats and protein, supporting heart health and muscle maintenance.

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Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt is a minimally processed source of sodium and trace minerals. It enhances flavor without the additives found in refined table salt. Contains minerals like magnesium and calcium in small amounts.

Risks

Excessive sodium intake can lead to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Provides essential sodium and trace minerals, supporting electrolyte balance and nerve function.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined sugar contributes to empty calories and can lead to health issues like obesity and diabetes. It lacks nutritional benefits and can cause blood sugar spikes. Excessive consumption is linked to metabolic syndrome.

Risks

High intake may increase the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

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Palm Oil
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

Risks

Environmental impact due to deforestation and habitat destruction.

Benefits

Provides a stable cooking fat with a mix of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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