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EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (4)Lower scores accompany better foods.

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EWG Overall Score Breakdown

The product score is based on weighted scores for nutrition, ingredient and processing concerns. Generally, nutrition counts most, ingredient concerns next and degree of processing least. The weighted scores are added together to determine the final score.Read more about scores here.


EWG scored on three factors: nutrition, ingredient concerns, and the degree of processing. Read the full scoring methodology.

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Considers calories, saturated fat, trans fat, sugar, sodium, protein, fiber and fruit, vegetable and nut content to differentiate between healthful and less healthful foods. For more information on nutrition concerns, read our full methodology.

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (14)EWG calculates that this product is 19% sugar by weight and contains 4 teaspoons of added sugar per serving [read more]

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (15)Contains 46% of the Institute of Medicine's daily sodium (salt) recommendations based on adequate intake [read more]

The nutrition factors used for scoring Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

Positive factors

Fruit, vegetable, bean or nut content

Protein content

Fiber content

Omega-3 fatty acids

Negative factors

Calorie density

Sugar/low-calorie sweetener content

Sodium content

Saturated fat content

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Considers food additives, pesticides, hormones, antibiotics and contaminants like mercury and BPA, which can affect human health and the environment. For more information on ingredient concerns, read methodology.

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (17)This product is not certified organic [read more]

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (18)Contains 1 of EWG's top food additives of concern: BHT

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (19)This product has 5 ingredients with concerns:

  • LARD AND HYDROGENATED LARD WITH BHA AND BHT ADDED TO PROTECT FLAVOR
    This additive is of higher concern in food. Learn why.
  • BHT
    This additive is of higher concern in food. Learn why.
  • TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE
    This additive is of moderate concern in food. Learn why.
  • TOCOPHEROLS
    This additive is of lower concern in food. Learn why.
  • RIBOFLAVIN
    This additive is of lower concern in food. Learn why.

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Estimates how much the food has been processed. Considers many factors, chief among them, modification of individual ingredients from whole foods and number of artificial ingredients. For more information on processing concerns, read our full methodology.

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (21)Product has been classified as having moderate processing concerns

Products with moderate and high processing concerns generally have more artificial ingredients, more ingredients that have been significantly modified from whole foods, and more ingredients overall.

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (22)This product is not certified organic [read more]

Products bearing the USDA certified organic seal must contain at least 95 percent organic ingredient, and must be produced without the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers and free of genetically engineered ingredients.

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (23)Contains food additives of higher concern

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (24)Contains 1 of EWG's top food additives of concern: BHT

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (25)EWG calculates that this product is 19% sugar by weight and contains 4 teaspoons of added sugar per serving [read more]

Eating too much of any type of sugar can lead to tooth decay. Added sugars like high fructose corn syrup, honey, sugar and dextrose are more concerning than natural sugars like raisins because they can lead to obesity by adding calories without being accompanied by important nutrients like potassium, vitamin C or fiber. Americans average 22 teaspoons of added sugar a day (NCI 2010; USDA and DHHS 2010). The World Health Organization recommends no more than 6 to 12 teaspoons of added sugar a day for adults, children should eat even less (WHO 2002; WHO 2014).

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (26)Contains 46% of the Institute of Medicine's daily sodium (salt) recommendations based on adequate intake [read more]

This product contains a high percentage of the Institute of Medicine's recommended adequate intake for sodium of 1500 mg a day (IOM 2005). This value is much lower than what the FDA requires be listed on food labels -- 2400 mg.Americans average 3,400 mg of sodium a day. Most of this sodium comes from processed foods where sodium is added to mask the lack of freshness by enhancing the flavor, texture or palatability and extending shelf-life (IOM 2010). Many of these uses are for the manufacturers benefit and not the consumer's health as excess sodium intake is linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke and kidney disease (IOM 2010).

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (27)Product has been classified as having moderate processing concerns

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From the Package

WHEAT FLOUR, DEGERMINATED YELLOW CORN MEAL, SUGAR, ANIMAL SHORTENING (LARD, HYDROGENATED LARD, TOCOPHEROLS PRESERVATIVE, BHT PRESERVATIVE, CITRIC ACID PRESERVATIVE), CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: BAKING SODA, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, WHEAT STARCH, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, SILICON DIOXIDE

Products remain in the database for two years after their label information is recorded in stores. A product with label information last recorded more than a year ago is marked with an * identifying it as an older product.

Products remain in the Database for two years after their label information is recorded in stores, even when they have been discontinued (products may remain in stores and pantries long past the date they cease to be manufactured). EWG marks a product it is aware has been discontinued with a banner identifying it as such.

Please note that EWG obtains the displayed images of products from third parties and that the product's manufacturer or packager may change the product's packaging at any point in time. Therefore, EWG assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of images presented.

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (28)This product contains the following ingredient(s) that may be genetically engineered or derived from GE crops: Sugars [read more]

Scientists have not determined whether GE food poses risks to human health. Still, consumers have many good reasons to avoid eating genetically engineered ingredients, including limited safety studies, the development of "superweeds" and increased pesticide use. For more information on the topic visit: http://www.ewg.org/research/shoppers-guide-to-avoiding-ge-foodNote: The presence or absence of genetically engineered ingredients or ingredients derived from GE crops does not affect a product's overall score.

EWG's Food Scores just took the work out of grocery shopping for me! (29)Contains ingredients derived from wheat - these are considered major food allergens according to the FDA [read more]

While over 160 food ingredients may cause allergic reactions current Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations stipulate that 8 major food allergens must be labeled on products. These allergens include; milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat and soybeans.Note: The presence of potential allergens does not affect the overall product score.

3.0 servings per container

Amount Per 78.0 g
Calories

320

% Daily Value(based on a 2,000 calorie diet and adult bodyweight)
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QUICK FACTS:

12.012.0%Total Fat9 g
20.020.0%Total Carbs56 g
Sugars15 g
%Protein4 g

AVOID TOO MUCH:

19.019.0%Saturated Fat4 g
Trans Fat0.0g
2.02.0%Cholesterol<5 mg
30.030.0%Sodium690 mg
Added Sugar Ingredients: Sugars

NUTRIENTS:

6.06.0%Dietary Fiber2 g
Vitamin D (no value on present label)
10.010.0%Calcium
10.010.0%Iron
20.020.0%Thiamin
10.010.0%Riboflavin
15.015.0%Niacin
%Folic Acid
0.00.0%Potassium 80 mg

† Institute of Medicine. 2010. "Dietary Reference Intakes Tables and Application." Accessed April 8, 2014: link

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How to check if food is healthy? ›

10 quick and easy ways to tell if a food is nutritious
  1. 1) Read the ingredient list. ...
  2. 2) Look at how long the ingredient list is. ...
  3. 3) Pay attention to types of fats. ...
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How do you check how processed food is? ›

Food labels on processed foods

Looking at food labels can help you choose between processed foods and check the calorie, saturated fat, salt and sugar content (nutrition content). Most pre-packed foods have the nutrition information on the packaging.

How does EWG rating work? ›

Different endpoints associated with the substance are combined to determine an overall category score for either “health” or “environment.” EWG assigns a category score to a substance based on the number of health or environmental endpoints (and their associated hazard).

What is EWG food score? ›

EWG's Food Scores is an easy-to-use food database that helps you make healthier, more informed choices about what you eat and drink based on scientific data and research.

Is oatmeal a processed food? ›

Used for oatmeal, rolled oats are lightly processed to make them edible. The oat groats (grain kernels) are steamed, flattened, and dried. They still contain all three parts of the grain—the bran, germ, and endosperm—so they retain all of the fiber and other nutrients.

How to tell if food is highly processed? ›

It's just a matter of reading the ingredient list on a food's label. If you see numerous ingredients, including chemicals and any words you don't recognize, that food is probably ultra-processed. Put it back and look for something with the shortest list of ingredients possible.

Is peanut butter a processed food? ›

Processed foods are simply defined as something that's been altered from its original state. That means peanut butter, bread, canned tomatoes, frozen fruit, cut vegetables, yogurt, and canned tuna are all considered processed foods.

Can you trust EWG ratings? ›

EWG Verified is a mark consumers can trust. The program is grounded in science and backed by EWG's decades of expertise assessing consumer products for health and safety. With thousands of products on the market, it can be overwhelming to know which ones are safer and healthier for your family.

Do brands pay EWG? ›

To fund EWG Verified and EWG Reviewed for Science, companies pay a fee to participate. Q: What is the cost of EWG Reviewed for Science? A: The cost depends on the size of the company, the number of products being assessed and the timeline. Our consultancy engagements range from one month to a year in duration.

Who runs EWG? ›

It's this belief that inspired our president and co-founder, Ken Cook, to create EWG. Since 1993, we've worked tirelessly to protect public health.

How does EWG make money? ›

EWG is an independent nonprofit organization largely funded by individual donations and grants from charitable foundations.

Is everyone brand EWG verified? ›

The Everyone brand is an EWG VERIFIED™ business, meaning our products are classified by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) as products made with good manufacturing processes. So you can rest assured that our ingredients are safe for you, your family and the planet.

What is the best food database? ›

FooDB is the world's largest and most comprehensive resource on food constituents, chemistry and biology. It provides information on both macronutrients and micronutrients, including many of the constituents that give foods their flavor, color, taste, texture and aroma.

How to tell if a food is unhealthy? ›

Read food labels and avoid items that are high in saturated fats, sodium, and added sugars. Plan ahead and prepare healthy snacks and meals at home made from whole, fresh foods such as fruits and vegetables. Choose lean meats fish and seafood and plant-based proteins.

How do you know if food is OK to eat? ›

Leftovers should be consumed within two to three days of refrigerating. Perishable foods left unrefrigerated for more than two hours should be discarded. If a food item looks, smells or tastes spoiled—even if the expiration date says it's OK—err on the side of caution, and throw it out or compost it.

How do I make sure my food is healthy? ›

Healthy Eating Tips
  1. Bump Up Fiber.
  2. Increase Calcium and Vitamin D.
  3. Add More Potassium.
  4. Limit Added Sugars.
  5. Replace Saturated Fats.
  6. Cut Back on Sodium.
  7. Aim for a Variety of Colors.
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