Virgin olive oils
PAM Olive oil
5 oz
Score
- Ultra-processed
- Seed-oil free
Why it scores 80
PAM Olive oil scores 80 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
- minus 2.5 points Soy lecithin: An additive class typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). Info
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
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The Receipt
Olive oil
Ingredients
- Soy lecithin minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
100 − 20.5 = 79.5 → 80
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: 1/4 sec spray (0.25 g) (0.25 g)
Ingredients
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Soy Lecithin (Prevents Sticking)
- Dimethyl Silicone (For Anti-Foaming) (not recognized)
Label text, as published
Extra Virgin Olive Oil*, Soy Lecithin (Prevents Sticking), Dimethyl Silicone (For Anti-Foaming). CONTAINS: SOY Also contains propellant to dispense spray. *Adds a trivial amount of fat.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Soy
Always check the package: recipes change.
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Sources
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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.”
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