Common questions

Is Light sour cream healthy?

Light sour cream scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This light sour cream is made from high-quality ingredients such as skim milk and cream, which are minimally processed and retain their natural nutritional profiles.

How processed is Light sour cream?

Light sour cream is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Light sour cream's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cream, Milk 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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Light sour cream

Name: Light sour cream
Brand: Woolworths

Woolworths

Excellent

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Woolworths Group Limited

Category Dairy

Summary

This light sour cream is made from high-quality ingredients such as skim milk and cream, which are minimally processed and retain their natural nutritional profiles. The product has a clean label with no artificial additives or harmful ingredients, and its low processing level contributes to its high rating. Additionally, the reduction in fat content compared to regular sour cream makes it a healthier option while maintaining essential nutrients.

Key ingredients 4

Cream

Good

Traditional whole-fat dairy ingredient.

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Milk

Good

Whole dairy ingredient.

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Skim Milk

Neutral

Skim milk is a basic dairy ingredient that provides essential nutrients without added fats, making it a neutral component in this product.

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Starter Culture

Neutral

Starter cultures are beneficial bacteria that help ferment the dairy, ensuring the sour cream develops its characteristic tang without added risks.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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