Campbell's Tomato Soup — DUMP

Munch or Dump rates Campbell's Tomato Soup by Campbell's DUMP — score 17/90.

A tomato base wrecked by high-fructose corn syrup as the #2 ingredient, refined wheat flour, and a big sodium load. It's engineered comfort food, not real tomato soup.

Why this verdict

• High-fructose corn syrup is the #2 ingredient, ahead of the flour and seasonings
• Refined wheat flour thickens it with empty refined starch
• Salt plus potassium chloride pack a heavy sodium hit (~480mg per half cup)
• Ultra-processed NOVA 4 formula, not a whole tomato soup

Ingredients (12)

• Tomato puree (water, tomato paste) (safe) — Real tomato base — the bulk of the jar and a source of lycopene.
• High Fructose Corn Syrup (caution) — The dominant sweetener and second ingredient; drives the sugar load.
• wheat flour (moderate) — Thickening agent, not harmful but adds processing.
• Water (safe) — Used as a basic ingredient in bread.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
• POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (safe) — A salt substitute used to trim sodium; fine for most.
• citric acid (safe) — Acidity and tartness adjuster.
• Natural Flavoring (safe) — Undisclosed flavor component, standard in ketchup.
• Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (safe) — Added vitamin C; also helps preserve color and flavor.
• Monopotassium Phosphate (safe) — Potassium electrolyte and buffer; benign.
• celery extract (safe) — Natural flavor from celery.
• Garlic oil (safe) — Natural flavoring from garlic.