How We Rank Products in Our Analysis
Low Processing Score
1–5
Only products scoring at Level 1 (Minimally Processed) or Level 2 (Processed) in our analysis qualify. No ultra-processed items.
High Nutrition Score
7–10
In our scoring system, products rated 7+ tend to have higher protein and fiber content with lower sodium and added sugars relative to other products in our database.
Named Brands
12
Products from named brands across 12 major food categories, selected from our database of 445K+ items.
About These Rankings
Products are ranked by Nutrition Score (descending), then Processing Score (ascending). All scores are based on our automated analysis of ingredient lists and nutrition facts from the USDA FoodData Central database. Scores reflect our methodology and may differ from other classification systems. Always check the actual product label for current information.
Browse by Category
Breakfast
Top-scoring products in the Breakfast category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Snacks & Candy
Top-scoring products in the Snacks & Candy category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Dairy
Top-scoring products in the Dairy category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Protein & Meat
Top-scoring products in the Protein & Meat category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Frozen Foods
Top-scoring products in the Frozen Foods category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Pantry Staples
Top-scoring products in the Pantry Staples category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Bakery
Top-scoring products in the Bakery category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Beverages
Top-scoring products in the Beverages category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Canned & Jarred
Top-scoring products in the Canned & Jarred category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Condiments & Sauces
Top-scoring products in the Condiments & Sauces category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Produce
Top-scoring products in the Produce category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Prepared Meals
Top-scoring products in the Prepared Meals category, ranked by nutrition and processing scores.
Key Takeaways
Whole grains and legumes dominate: oats, beans, lentils, and whole grain pasta consistently score highest across multiple categories.
Frozen and dried vegetables score as well as fresh: edamame, split peas, and beans reach the top of both scales in our analysis.
Single-ingredient products lead: products with one or two ingredients (pure oats, plain beans, whole seeds) naturally achieve the lowest processing scores.
Dairy can score well: Greek yogurt, quark, and skyr achieve strong nutrition scores despite requiring some processing.
Store brands compete with specialty brands: Great Value, Food Club, and 365 Everyday Value products appear alongside specialty brands in top rankings.