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Totino's, Stuffed Nachos, Queso, Queso

Processing Score
21.7Ultra-Processed
Nutrition Score
—/10No Data
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
042800477224
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?

In our analysis, Totino's, Stuffed Nachos, Queso, Queso scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:

  • Modified Starches (Red Bell Peppers. Contains 2% Or Less Of: Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
  • Chemical Preservatives (Tbhq): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
  • Stabilizers & Gums (Methylcellulose, Xanthan Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
  • Natural Flavors (Monosodium Glutamate): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.

Within Frozen Appetizers, this product is more processed than about 39% of the 4,714 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 Totino's, Stuffed Nachos, Queso, Queso'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.

Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator

In this product: Canola Oil.

Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.

Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator

In this product: Guajilla Enchilada Sauce (Water, Concentrated Crushed Tomatoes, Guajillo Pepper Puree, Roasted Onion Puree, Chile De Arbol Puree, Vinegar, Jalapeno Pepper Puree, Roasted Garlic Puree, Chili Powder, Sea Salt, Soybean Oil, Sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Yeast Extract, Spice, Xanthan Gum), Sugar, Maltodextrin, Dextrose.

Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.

Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator

In this product: Salt.

Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.

Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator

In this product: Yeast Extract.

Industrial fermentation for additive production.

MineralsProcessing indicator

In this product: Disodium Phosphate.

Added minerals often compensate for processing.

Food AcidsProcessing indicator

In this product: Citric Acid.

Common in both traditional and industrial foods.

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