Venice Maid Condensed Tomato Soup — ENGINEERED

Munch or Dump rates Venice Maid Condensed Tomato Soup by Venice Maid Foods ENGINEERED — score 30/90.

A savory soup that's been spiked with high fructose corn syrup and thickened with refined wheat flour. Sweetened junk dressed up as tomato soup.

Why this verdict

• High fructose corn syrup is a top ingredient in a savory soup
• Refined wheat flour added purely as a cheap thickener
• Classified NOVA 4 ultra-processed
• Added sugar with no nutritional payoff

Ingredients (6)

• 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.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
• ascorbic acid (moderate) — A common refined oil that adds to calorie content.
• Natural flavor (moderate) — Undisclosed flavor blend; minor but not fully transparent.