Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS

Common questions

Is Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS healthy?

Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS scores 20/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. This product is ultra-processed, primarily composed of bleached wheat flour, which is refined and lacks the nutrients found in whole grains.

How processed is Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS?

Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS compare to other baking?

Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS ranks #8 of 8 baking in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Nielsen-Massey Organic Fairtrade Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract at 85/100.

Which ingredients drive Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Bleached Wheat Flour, 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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Best Yet, ORIGINAL PANKO JAPANESE STYLE BREAD CRUMBS

Best Yet
20 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
Category Baking
Summary

This product is ultra-processed, primarily composed of bleached wheat flour, which is refined and lacks the nutrients found in whole grains. The presence of refined sugar further contributes to its low nutritional value, offering empty calories without essential nutrients. The combination of these factors, along with its high processing level, significantly impacts its healthiness.

Key ingredients 5

Bleached Wheat Flour
Bad

Bleached wheat flour is heavily processed and stripped of natural nutrients, which can reduce its nutritional value and may contain chemical residues from bleaching.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar is added for flavor but contributes to excess calorie intake and can impact blood sugar levels if consumed in large amounts.

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Modified Wheat Starch
Neutral

Modified wheat starch is a processed ingredient used as a thickener or filler, with no significant health benefits or risks when consumed in moderation.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is essential for flavor and preservation but should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive sodium intake.

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Yeast
Neutral

Baker's/nutritional yeast in standard use — benign.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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