Bega Peanut Butter Smooth

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Is Bega Peanut Butter Smooth healthy?

Bega Peanut Butter Smooth scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This peanut butter contains roasted peanuts, which are a good source of protein and healthy fats.

How processed is Bega Peanut Butter Smooth?

Bega Peanut Butter Smooth is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Bega Peanut Butter Smooth's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Roasted Peanuts counts in its favor; Vegetable Oil, Sugar 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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Bega Peanut Butter Smooth

Bega
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

$19.00 · $1.44 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Bega Group
Category Nuts
Summary

This peanut butter contains roasted peanuts, which are a good source of protein and healthy fats. However, the inclusion of vegetable oil, which is often highly processed and can promote inflammation, along with added sugar, detracts from its nutritional quality. The product's processing level and the presence of an antioxidant additive further limit its score potential.

Key ingredients 4

Roasted Peanuts
Very Good

Roasted peanuts are a natural source of healthy fats, protein, and essential nutrients, making them a beneficial ingredient in this product.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive sodium intake.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but provides empty calories and can contribute to health issues if consumed in large amounts.

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Vegetable Oil
Very Bad

Vegetable oil is highly processed and contains unhealthy fats, which can negatively impact health when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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