Mesquite, Made with Mccormick Spices
The processing score reflects 22 ingredients, including preservatives, corn syrup, modified ingredients, plus 1 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium, saturated fat and total fat.
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Ingredients
22 listed · 7 flagged for reviewPORK, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED TURKEY, WATER, CORN SYRUP, BEEF, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, OAT FIBER, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, SPICES (INCLUDING CHILI PEPPER), DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION, PAPRIKA, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER OIL, NATURAL FLAVOR, NATURAL MESQUITE SMOKE FLAVOR, DEXTROSE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Mesquite, Made with Mccormick Spices scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Processed Meats (Mechanically Separated Turkey): Mechanically separated and reformed meats are UPF markers.
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
- Chemical Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavor, Natural Mesquite Smoke Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
Within Bacon, Sausage & Hot Dogs, this product is more processed than about 88% 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 Mesquite, Made with Mccormick Spices' ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Other AdditivesUPF marker
In this product: Sodium Phosphates, Sodium Erythorbate.
Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Corn Maltodextrin, Sugar, Dextrose.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Sunflower Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Potassium Chloride.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
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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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