Original Bratwurst, Original
Processing Score
6.3Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
3.5/10Fair
The processing score reflects 15 ingredients, including corn syrup and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sodium, saturated fat and total fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh FatHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
07203660024
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size78 g
Amount per serving
Calories
240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g
23%
Saturated Fat 6g
30%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 65mg
22%
Sodium 760mg
33%
Total Carbohydrate 4g
1%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 14g
Calcium 0mg
0%
Iron 1.4mg
8%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
15 listed · 5 flagged for reviewPORK, WATER, CORN SYRUP, SODIUM LACTATE, SALT, DEXTROSE, SPICE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL FLAVORS, OLEORESIN CAPSICUM, SUGAR, SILICON DIOXIDE (ANTI-CAKING), CALCIUM STEARATE (ANTI-CAKING), CORN OIL (PROCESSING AID).
Listed in source order (heaviest first). Select any ingredient to see its category bucket and other products that contain it.
Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Original Bratwurst, Original scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavors): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
Within Bacon, Sausage & Hot Dogs, this product is more processed than about 45% of the 6,852 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Original Bratwurst, Original's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Sodium Lactate, Potassium Chloride.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Dextrose, Maltodextrin, Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Anti-Caking AgentsProcessing indicator
In this product: Silicon Dioxide (Anti-Caking), Calcium Stearate (Anti-Caking).
Common in powdered processed foods.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Corn Oil (Processing Aid).
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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