Smoked Sticks
The processing score reflects 17 ingredients, including preservatives and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sodium, saturated fat, total fat and cholesterol.
Nutrition Highlights
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Ingredients
17 listed · 8 flagged for reviewPORK HEARTS, BEEF, PORK, WATER, LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, DEXTROSE, WHEAT FLOUR, SPICES AND NATURAL FLAVORINGS, PAPRIKA, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, SODIUM NITRITE, BHA, BHT, CARAMEL, RED 3, MALT EXTRACT, PAPRIKA EXTRACT.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Smoked Sticks scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Chemical Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite, Bha, Bht): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Artificial Colors (Red 3): Synthetic colors are definitive UPF markers.
Within Other Snacks, this product is more processed than about 65% of the 7,439 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 Smoked Sticks' ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Less Than 2% Of Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Dextrose.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Lactic Acid Starter Culture.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
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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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