Sweet Baby Ray's Hickory & Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce

Questions about Sweet Baby Ray's Hickory & Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce

Is Sweet Baby Ray's Hickory & Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 67/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sugar (47.2 g) and sodium (806 mg). High Fructose Corn Syrup, Salt, Fructose, Natural Smoke Flavor and 5 more are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Sweet Baby Ray's Hickory & Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce?

In label order (largest amount first): HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, DISTILLED VINEGAR, TOMATO PASTE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, BROWN SUGAR, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, FRUCTOSE, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, PINEAPPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, CARAMEL COLOR, MOLASSES, SPICE, and 8 more.

Does Sweet Baby Ray's Hickory & Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

High Fructose Corn Syrup (worth noting): High consumption of added sugars, including high fructose corn syrup, is associated with health concerns such as obesity and metabolic disorders. Salt (worth noting): Excessive salt intake is linked to high blood pressure and cardiovascular risks. Fructose (worth noting): Excessive fructose consumption may contribute to metabolic issues such as insulin resistance. Natural Smoke Flavor (worth noting): Some smoke flavorings may contain compounds linked to potential health risks, though evidence is inconclusive. Caramel Color (worth noting): Some types of caramel color may contain 4-MEI, a compound with debated safety concerns. Sodium Benzoate (Preservative) (worth noting): May form benzene, a carcinogen, when combined with ascorbic acid under certain conditions.