Publix Tomato Ketchup — TREAT

Munch or Dump rates Publix Tomato Ketchup by Publix TREAT — score 43/90.

Standard HFCS-sweetened ketchup — tomato concentrate followed immediately by high fructose corn syrup, with a second dose of corn syrup further down the list. It's essentially sweetened tomato paste. Fine as an occasional condiment, but two stacked sweeteners are why it's not better.

Why this verdict

• High fructose corn syrup is the second ingredient
• Multiple sweeteners — sweetness engineered, not simple (HFCS plus corn syrup)
• Tomato concentrate is the real base
• Ultra-processed condiment (NOVA 4)

Ingredients (8)

• TOMATO CONCENTRATE (safe) — The real tomato base, made from red ripe tomatoes.
• High Fructose Corn Syrup (caution) — The dominant sweetener and second ingredient; drives the sugar load.
• DISTILLED VINEGAR (safe) — Acid for tang and preservation.
• Corn Syrup (caution) — Added sugar baked into the crust.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
• spice (safe) — Generic seasoning blend.
• ONION POWDER (safe) — Dried aromatic for flavor.
• Natural Flavors (safe) — Flavor compounds derived from natural sources.

Healthier alternatives

• Tiptree Tomato Ketchup
• Vegetable Ketchup
• Heinz Organic Tomato Ketchup (BIO)
• Good & Gather Organic Ketchup Reduced Sugar and Sodium
• Central Market Private Reserve Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil