Citric Acid Added to Help Protect Flavor
Processing Impact: 3.5/10
Products Containing Citric Acid Added to Help Protect Flavor (34)
1 Slice Hard Salami 2 Slices Provolone Cheese
Unknown Brand
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts
Base
Unknown Brand
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Other Soups
Flavored Base
Unknown Brand
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers
Homestyle Marinara Sauce with Meatballs & Sausages
Unknown Brand
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Cooked & Prepared
1 Slice Hard Salami 2 Slices Mild Cheddar Cheese
Unknown Brand
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts
Homestyle Marinara Sauce with Meatballs & Sausages, Homestyle Marinara Sauce
Unknown Brand
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Cooked & Prepared
Homestyle Marinara Sauce with Meatballs & Sausages, Homestyle Marinara Sauce
Unknown Brand
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Cooked & Prepared
Homestyle Marinara Sauce with Meatballs & Sausages, Homestyle Marinara Sauce
Market Basket
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Cooked & Prepared
Homestyle Marinara Sauce with Meatballs & Sausages, Homestyle Marinara Sauce
Market Basket
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Cooked & Prepared
1 Slice Hard Salami 2 Slices Mild Cheddar Cheese
Cheesewich
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts
Base, Beef
First Street
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Other Soups
Flavored Base, Beef
First Street
Processing Level:
Processing Level: 4 out of 10 - Moderately Processed
4/10
Moderately ProcessedCategory: Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers
About Processing Impact
The processing impact score (1-10) indicates how much an ingredient contributes to a food's overall processing level. Ingredients with higher scores are typically more heavily processed or are additives used primarily in ultra-processed foods.
Low Impact (1-3)
Minimally processed ingredients like whole foods, simple extracts, or traditional preservatives.
Medium Impact (4-6)
Moderately processed ingredients like refined oils, flours, or simple additives.
High Impact (7-10)
Highly processed ingredients like artificial flavors, colors, or industrial additives.