Why it scores 89
365 Everyday Value Diced tomatoes with italian herbs scores 89 out of 100 (Excellent) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 8 points Processed (NOVA 3): Classified NOVA 3: processed with added salt, sugar or oil. Emerging
- minus 2.5 points Calcium chloride: An additive class typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). Info
- minus 1 points Salt 0.4 g / 100 g: Contains some salt. Strong
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
Better canned tomatoes and tomato sauce
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Diced Tomatoes Signature Select · 14.5 oz Less processed Score 100 out of 100 , 11 points higher -
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The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Diced tomatoes with italian herbs
Ingredients
- Calcium chloride minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Processed (NOVA 3) minus 8 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Salt 0.4 g / 100 g minus 1 points
100 − 11.5 = 88.5 → 89
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 21 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4.2 g |
| Sugars | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g |
Serving: 0.5 cup (120 g)
Ingredients
- ORGANIC TOMATOES
- ORGANIC TOMATO JUICE
- SEA SALT
- ORGANIC SPICES (ORGANIC BASIL, ORGANIC OREGANO, ORGANIC THYME)
- ORGANIC GARLIC POWDER
- CALCIUM CHLORIDE
- CITRIC ACID
Label text, as published
ORGANIC TOMATOES, ORGANIC TOMATO JUICE, SEA SALT, ORGANIC SPICES (ORGANIC BASIL, ORGANIC OREGANO, ORGANIC THYME), ORGANIC GARLIC POWDER, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID.
Allergens and diets
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
Sources
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“For adults, WHO recommends less than 2000 mg/day of sodium (equivalent to less than 5 g/day salt), or just under a teaspoon.”
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