Sweet Baby Ray's Honey Barbecue Sauce

Questions about Sweet Baby Ray's Honey Barbecue Sauce

Is Sweet Baby Ray's Honey Barbecue Sauce healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sugar (40.5 g) and sodium (811 mg). High Fructose Corn Syrup, Natural Flavor, Caramel Color, Sodium Benzoate and 3 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 Honey Barbecue Sauce?

In label order (largest amount first): HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, DISTILLED VINEGAR, TOMATO PASTE, HONEY, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, CARAMEL COLOR, PINEAPPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, SPICES, SODIUM BENZOATE AS A PRESERVATIVE, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, and 5 more.

Does Sweet Baby Ray's Honey 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 linked to obesity and metabolic issues. Natural Flavor (worth noting): The exact composition of natural flavors is often undisclosed, leading to concerns about potential allergens or additives. Caramel Color (worth noting): Certain types of caramel color may contain 4-MEI, a byproduct with potential health risks. Sodium Benzoate (worth noting): High levels may form benzene, a potential carcinogen, when combined with ascorbic acid. Natural Smoke Flavor (worth noting): May contain trace amounts of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are potential carcinogens. Corn Syrup (worth noting): High consumption of added sugars, including corn syrup, is linked to obesity and metabolic issues.