Extra-virgin olive oils
PAM Organic olive oil cooking spray
32 oz
Score
- Ultra-processed
- Certified organic
- Seed-oil free
Why it scores 82
PAM Organic olive oil cooking spray scores 82 out of 100 (Excellent) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 18 points Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): Classified NOVA 4: made with industrial ingredients and additives. Strong
- plus 5 points Certified organic: Carries a certified-organic label. Info
- minus 2.5 points Alcohol (ethanol): IARC classifies alcoholic beverages as Group 1; the small amounts used as a solvent in flavorings are not comparable with drinking. Regulatory
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
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The Receipt
Organic olive oil cooking spray
Ingredients
- Alcohol (ethanol) minus 2.5 points
- Soy lecithin minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
Bonuses
- Certified organic plus 5 points
100 − 18 = 82
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 0 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
Serving: 1/5 second spray (0.37 g) (0.37 g)
Ingredients
- Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Organic Grain Alcohol (Added For Clarity)
- Organic Soy Lecithin (Prevents Sticking)
Label text, as published
Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Organic Grain Alcohol (Added For Clarity), Organic Soy Lecithin (Prevents Sticking). CONTAINS: SOY. Also contains propellant to dispense spray.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Soy
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
Sources
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Agents Classified by the IARC Monographs, Volumes 1–142 (List of Classifications)
monographs.iarc.who.int
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About Alcohol Use During Pregnancy
“There is no known safe amount of alcohol use during pregnancy.”
cdc.gov
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7 CFR 205.102 Use of the term "organic" (National Organic Program)
“Any agricultural product that is sold, labeled, or represented as “100 percent organic,” “organic,” or “made with organic (specified ingredients or food group(s))” must be: (a) Produced in accordance with the requirements specified in § 205.101 or §§ 205.202 through 205.207”
ecfr.gov
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“Greater exposure to ultra-processed food was associated with a higher risk of adverse health outcomes, especially cardiometabolic, common mental disorder, and mortality outcomes.”
doi.org