Parkay Soft Spread, 6.25 Oz
The processing score reflects 21 ingredients, including artificial flavoring, preservatives and emulsifiers or gums. The nutrition score reflects high sodium, saturated fat and total fat.
Nutrition Highlights
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Ingredients
14 listed · 2 flagged for reviewSOYBEAN OIL, WATER, PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, NONFAT MILK, LESS THAN 2% OF: SALT, DRIED WHEY, BUTTERMILK (WATER, BUTTERMILK POWDER), EMULSIFIERS (MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN), PRESERVATIVES (POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE), PHOSPHORIC ACID, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR)._X000D__X000D_CONTAINS: MILK, SOY.
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What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Parkay Soft Spread, 6.25 Oz'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.
- Other AdditivesUPF marker
In this product: Emulsifiers (Mono- And Diglycerides, Soy Lecithin).
Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Soybean Oil, Palm Oil, Palm Kernel Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Less Than 2% Of: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Natural PreservativesProcessing indicator
In this product: Preservatives (Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate).
Natural sources but industrial application.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Phosphoric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vitamin A Palmitate.
Fortification often compensates for processing losses.
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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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