
Hormel Foods Corporation
Label Serving
247 g
Barcode
037600107433
Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026
Levels use standard FSA/WHO per-100g thresholds applied to the label's declared values. See the thresholds
AI transparency analysis is being generated for this product.
TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Moderate
Some processing or additives present
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
4.4/10
Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (247 g) — the label's %RDA
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
Tap any row · FDA, USDA, EFSA, WHO
13 / 14 researched · AI analyzing 1 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
TURKEY BROTH, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED TURKEY, BEANS, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SUGAR, SALT, CHILI POWDER (CHILI PEPPERS, FLAVORING), CONCENTRATED CRUSHED TOMATOES, OATMEAL, GREEN CHILES (CONTAINS CITRIC ACID), ONIONS, JALAPENO PEPPERS (CONTAINS VINEGAR), FLAVORING, SPICES.
Contains allergens: Oatmeal
Turkey Broth
flavour enhancer, moisture retention agent, and liquid base in prepared foods
Beans
Nutritional enhancement, texturizer, and primary ingredient in plant-based food formulations.
Mechanically Separated Turkey
Salt
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
Sugar
Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent
Modified Corn Starch
E1422
No NotablesStabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier in food manufacturing to improve texture and shelf-life stability.
Oatmeal
Nutritional enhancement / dietary fiber source / binding agent in baked goods and cereals
Chili Powder
flavour, color agent, and sensory stimulant
Concentrated Crushed Tomatoes
Flavour enhancement, texture agent, and natural coloring agent in sauces, soups, and prepared meals.
Green Chiles
Flavour and spice agent
Jalapeno Peppers
flavour, spice, and natural coloring agent
Onions
Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparations.
Spices
Flavour and aroma enhancement
Flavoring
flavour
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Turkey Broth | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour enhancer, moisture retention agent, and liquid base in prepared foods | Turkey broth is a widely used culinary base with a favorable safety profile, though sodium content in commercial varieties warrants consideration within overall dietary patterns. |
2 Beans | ✓No Notable Concerns | Nutritional enhancement, texturizer, and primary ingredient in plant-based food formulations. | Beans are a whole-food ingredient generally recognized as safe and nutritionally beneficial when properly prepared. |
3 Mechanically Separated Turkey | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
4 Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
5 Sugar | ⚠Moderate Concern | Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent | Sugar provides rapid energy but moderate consumption is recommended to align with established nutritional guidelines. |
6 Modified Corn Starch E1422 | ✓No Notable Concerns | Stabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier in food manufacturing to improve texture and shelf-life stability. | Modified corn starch is widely utilized as a food stabilizer and is generally recognized as safe by major regulatory bodies. |
7 Oatmeal Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Nutritional enhancement / dietary fiber source / binding agent in baked goods and cereals | Whole grain oats are a nutrient-dense food ingredient with established metabolic benefits, requiring consideration only for individuals managing strict gluten sensitivities. |
8 Chili Powder | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour, color agent, and sensory stimulant | Organic chili pepper is a naturally derived botanical ingredient widely recognized as safe for general consumption, though high quantities may influence gastrointestinal comfort. |
9 Concentrated Crushed Tomatoes | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancement, texture agent, and natural coloring agent in sauces, soups, and prepared meals. | Concentrated crushed tomatoes are a widely utilized, plant-derived ingredient with a favorable nutritional profile and established regulatory approval globally. |
10 Green Chiles | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour and spice agent | Green chiles are a natural botanical ingredient widely consumed and generally recognized as safe, with considerations primarily limited to individual digestive sensitivity to capsaicin. |
11 Jalapeno Peppers | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour, spice, and natural coloring agent | Jalapeno peppers are generally well-tolerated whole foods, though individuals with specific gastrointestinal sensitivities may experience mild discomfort from capsaicin. |
12 Onions | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparations. | Onions are a standard culinary ingredient generally recognized as safe for the general population, though individuals sensitive to FODMAPs may experience mild gastrointestinal considerations. |
13 Spices | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour and aroma enhancement | Standard culinary spices are well-tolerated and recognized as safe for general consumption within normal dietary parameters. |
14 Flavoring | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour | Natural flavors are generally recognized as safe by regulatory bodies worldwide for use within standard manufacturing practices. |
Research sourced from FDA · USDA · EFSA · WHO · Peer-reviewed scientific literature. Informational only — not medical advice.
Important Disclaimer
BetterBite provides nutritional transparency insights based on publicly available data from regulatory databases (FDA, USDA, EFSA, WHO), published peer-reviewed research, and manufacturer-declared product information. This platform is designed for educational and informational purposes only.
The content displayed on this platform does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Transparency scores, nutritional assessments, and ingredient analyses represent algorithmic interpretations of publicly available data and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical or nutritional guidance.
Individual dietary needs, allergies, and health conditions vary significantly. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional, registered dietitian, or physician before making dietary changes based on information found on this platform. Product formulations may change without notice — always verify information against current product labels.
AI Research Disclosure: Technical analysis and research patterns on this page are synthesized using BetterBite AI researchers.AI can make mistakes or provide incomplete insights.This technology aggregates data from scientific literature for informational assistance. Always verify findings against primary sources for critical dietary decisions.
Health Score
Moderate
Concern Index
Calculation Pillars:
How we calculate this →Better-scoring options in this category
Disclaimer: These alternatives are algorithmically suggested based on nutritional indexing and ingredients. This does not constitute a commercial endorsement, criticism of the current product, or medical advice.