Canned common beans
Casa Mamita Refried beans
16 oz
Score
- Ultra-processed
- No synthetic dyes
Why it scores 81
Casa Mamita Refried 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
- minus 3 points Salt 1.1 g / 100 g: High in salt. Strong
- plus 2 points Fiber 3.8 g / 100 g: A good source of fiber. Strong
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
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The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Refried beans
Processing
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) minus 18 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Salt 1.1 g / 100 g minus 3 points
- Fiber 3.8 g / 100 g plus 2 points
100 − 19 = 81
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 77 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 13.8 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 3.8 g |
| Protein | 4.6 g |
| Salt | 1.1 g |
Serving: 130g
Ingredients
- prepared pinto beans
- water
- salt
- tomato paste
- chili pepper
- cumin oregano
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- paprika
- spices
- paprika oleoresin (for color)
- black pepper
- red pepper
- bay leaves
- extractives of capsicum (for flavor)
Label text, as published
prepared pinto beans, water, contains less than 2% of: salt, tomato paste, chili pepper, cumin oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, spices, paprika oleoresin (for color), black pepper, red pepper, bay leaves, extractives of capsicum (for flavor)
Allergens and diets
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
Packaging
Metal
Context only: no points in v1.
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Baked Beans, Original Bush's Best · 16 oz Ultra-processedContains added sugarsNo synthetic dyes Score 23 out of 100 Poor -
Vegetarian Baked Beans Bush's Best · 130 g Ultra-processedContains added sugarsNo synthetic dyes Score 48 out of 100 Okay -
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 -
Traditional Style Fat Free Refried Beans Trader Joe's · 16 oz No additives Score 91 out of 100 Excellent -
Homestyle Baked Beans Bush's Best · 28 oz (1 lb 12 oz) 794 g Ultra-processedContains added sugarsNo synthetic dyes Score 29 out of 100 Poor -
Organic Kidney Beans Trader Joe's · 130 g Certified organicNo additives Score 100 out of 100 Excellent
More from Casa Mamita
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