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Sourdough 500g

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Common questions

Is Sourdough 500g healthy?

Sourdough 500g scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sourdough bread is made with a simple ingredient list consisting of wheat flour, water, sourdough culture, and iodised salt, which contributes to its relatively clean label.

How processed is Sourdough 500g?

Sourdough 500g is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Sourdough 500g's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sourdough Culture, Iodised Salt count in its favor; Wheat Flour 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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75 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by HC Private Investments
Category Bread
Summary

This sourdough bread is made with a simple ingredient list consisting of wheat flour, water, sourdough culture, and iodised salt, which contributes to its relatively clean label. The absence of harmful additives or seed oils is a positive aspect, although it is still considered a processed food. The processing level limits its maximum potential score, but the straightforward ingredients help it achieve a favorable rating within its category.

Key ingredients 4

Sourdough Culture
Good

Sourdough culture adds natural fermentation, which can improve digestibility and flavor, making it a beneficial ingredient.

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Iodised Salt
Good

Iodised salt provides essential iodine, supporting thyroid health and preventing deficiencies.

Water
Neutral

Water is essential for dough formation and hydration, contributing no health risks or benefits.

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Wheat Flour
Bad

Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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