Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough

Sprouts Farmers Market
78 Good

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Sprouts Farmers Market
Category Bread
Summary

This sourdough bread is made with organic ingredients, including wheat flour and sourdough culture, which contribute to its nutritional value and digestibility. The use of sea salt and organic enzymes further enhances its quality, while the absence of harmful additives or seed oils supports a clean label. Despite its processed nature, the bread's ingredient quality and minimal additives allow it to achieve a high score within its category. Its plastic packaging can shed microplastics into the food and lowers its score.

Key ingredients 5

Organic sourdough culture
Very Good

Organic sourdough culture is beneficial for gut health due to its natural fermentation process. It enhances the bread's flavor and nutritional profile by increasing bioavailability of nutrients. The fermentation process can also reduce gluten content, making it easier to digest.

Benefits

Promotes gut health through natural probiotics and enhances nutrient absorption. Fermentation can improve digestibility and flavor.

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Sea salt
Good

Sea salt is a natural source of sodium and trace minerals, enhancing flavor and preserving the bread. It is less processed than regular table salt, retaining beneficial minerals. Its use in moderation supports electrolyte balance and flavor enhancement.

Risks

Excessive consumption may lead to high blood pressure and other cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Provides essential sodium and trace minerals, enhancing flavor and supporting electrolyte balance.

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Organic wheat flour
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Risks

Potential gluten sensitivity or allergy concerns for some individuals.

Benefits

Provides essential carbohydrates for energy and contains some protein and fiber. Organic certification ensures it is free from harmful chemicals.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient used as a solvent and to provide moisture in the bread. It is essential for the dough formation and fermentation process. It does not contribute any nutritional value but is necessary for the bread's texture.

Benefits

Essential for dough formation and fermentation, contributing to the bread's texture and structure.

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Organic enzymes
Neutral

Organic enzymes are used to improve the dough's texture and shelf life. Being organic, they are derived from natural sources without synthetic additives. They aid in the fermentation process but do not provide direct nutritional benefits.

Benefits

Enhances dough texture and shelf life, supporting the fermentation process without synthetic additives.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough

Common questions

Is Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough healthy?

Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough scores 78/100 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 organic ingredients, including wheat flour and sourdough culture, which contribute to its nutritional value and digestibility.

How processed is Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough?

Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

How does Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough compare to other breads?

Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough ranks #10 of 46 breads in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Seitenbacher Sourdough Bread at 97/100.

Which ingredients drive Sprouts Organic San Francisco Style Sourdough's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic sourdough culture, Sea salt 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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