Canned common beans
Aldi Great northern beans
15.5 oz
Score
- Ultra-processed
Why it scores 81
Aldi Great northern beans scores 81 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 4 points Fiber 6.2 g / 100 g: A good source of fiber. Strong
- minus 3 points Salt 0.9 g / 100 g: High in salt. Strong
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
Better canned and dried beans
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Organic Great Northern Beans Trader Joe's Not ultra-processed · No calcium chloride Score 100 out of 100 , 19 points higher -
organic GREAT NORTHERN BEANS LOW SODIUM Simple Truth · 130 g Not ultra-processed Score 100 out of 100 , 19 points higher -
Organic Great Northern Beans Eden Foods Inc. · 130 g Not ultra-processed · No calcium chloride Score 100 out of 100 , 19 points higher -
Great Northern Beans Field Day · 15 oz Not ultra-processed · No calcium chloride Score 100 out of 100 , 19 points higher -
Great northern beans Nature's Promise · 15 oz Not ultra-processed · No calcium chloride Score 100 out of 100 , 19 points higher
The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Great northern beans
Ingredients
- Calcium chloride minus 2.5 points
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Salt 0.9 g / 100 g minus 3 points
- Fiber 6.2 g / 100 g plus 4 points
100 − 19.5 = 80.5 → 81
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 77 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 14.6 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 6.2 g |
| Protein | 5.4 g |
| Salt | 0.9 g |
Serving: 1.5 Cup (130 g)
Ingredients
Label text, as published
PREPARED GREAT NORTHERN BEANS, WATER, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE (FIRMING AGENT)
Allergens and diets
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
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Traditional Refried Beans Old El Paso · 16 oz (1 lb) 453 g Ultra-processedContains added sugarsNo additivesSeed-oil free Score 59 out of 100 Okay -
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More from Aldi
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.”
who.int
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030
“Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”
cdn.realfood.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