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Hero Barbecue

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Is Hero Barbecue healthy?

Hero Barbecue scores 23/100 on Tallow — our avoid band. That number comes from what is on the label: the ingredients, how processed it is, and what it is packaged in. It is not a verdict on your diet — Tallow does not weigh calories, portion size or how often you eat it, so a high score means the ingredients are clean, not that the food is unlimited.

What is in Hero Barbecue?

Hero Barbecue lists 4 ingredients, starting with Corn Grits, High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Bbq Flavor and Vitamin B12. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so the first few make up most of what you are eating.

Does Hero Barbecue contain seed oils?

Yes. Hero Barbecue lists High Oleic Sunflower Oil in its ingredients.

How processed is Hero Barbecue?

Hero Barbecue is NOVA group 4: ultra-processed. That is the top of the scale and the classification the score penalises most heavily.

How does Hero Barbecue compare to other snacks?

At 23/100 Hero Barbecue scores worse than most snacks we have scored. A higher-scoring option in snacks is Little Sesame On The Go Hummus Cup at 100/100.

Is Hero Barbecue organic?

Hero Barbecue is not certified organic in our data.

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