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Newman's Own Newman O's

Common questions

Is Newman's Own Newman O's healthy?

Newman's Own Newman O's scores 40/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a below-average score in Scout's analysis. Newman O's are processed with a mix of organic ingredients, including unbleached wheat flour and palm fruit oil, which are beneficial.

Does Newman's Own Newman O's contain seed oils?

Yes — Scout's ingredient analysis flags seed oils in Newman's Own Newman O's, and that is reflected in its score.

How processed is Newman's Own Newman O's?

Newman's Own Newman O's is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

How does Newman's Own Newman O's compare to other bread?

Newman's Own Newman O's ranks #25 of 43 bread in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Seitenbacher Sourdough Bread at 97/100.

Which ingredients drive Newman's Own Newman O's's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Unbleached Wheat Flour, Organic Powdered Sugar, Organic 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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Newman's Own Newman O's

Newman's Own
Contains seed oils
40 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Newman's Own Foundation
Category Bread
Summary

Newman O's are processed with a mix of organic ingredients, including unbleached wheat flour and palm fruit oil, which are beneficial. However, the presence of refined sugars and sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, raises health concerns. The product's processing level and the inclusion of these less desirable ingredients limit its health rating.

Key ingredients 5

Sunflower Oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is a highly refined oil that is high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may promote inflammation when consumed in large amounts.

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Organic Unbleached Wheat Flour
Bad

This ingredient is highly processed and refined, which reduces its nutritional value and can contribute to less healthy eating habits.

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Organic Powdered Sugar
Bad

Powdered sugar is a highly processed sweetener that provides empty calories without essential nutrients.

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Organic Sugar
Bad

Organic sugar is a refined carbohydrate that can lead to blood sugar spikes and offers little nutritional benefit.

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Organic Palm Fruit Oil
Bad

Palm fruit oil is a highly processed fat associated with environmental concerns and potential health risks when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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