S – V Jerky Ingredients

All jerky ingredients reviewed done with an ingredient starting with the letter S, T, U or V.

A – Z JERKY INGREDIENTS
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S – V Jerky Ingredients reviewed: 209

S – V Jerky Ingredients
Name: Safflower Oil
Description: A thistle like annual plant cultivated for its oil. Known to have a very high content of omega-6 fatty acids, and offers multiple health benefits.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sage
Description: The spice sage comes from an evergreen shrub. The most common variety of sage for cooking is known as common or garden sage. Sage is known for its strong aroma and earthy flavor. Known to be healthy, and has a history being used medicinally.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sake
Description: A Japanese cooking wine made from fermented rice, and quite popular in Japanese cuisine. People also drink it. Considered to be a dry wine.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Salmon
Description: A mixture of the cheap sweetener corn syrup, salt, and vanilla. There are many healthy qualities with vanilla
Rating: 4/10
Name: Salt
Description: A mineral substance composed primarily of sodium chloride, and mostly used as a preservative in jerky.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Salt Emulsifying
Description: Emulsifying salt is used in the manufacture of processed cheese, among other food products. Added to food with the function of making the food smoother and prevents separating. Generally not believed to be healthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sambal
Description: An Indonesian chili sauce or paste, typically made from a mixture of a variety of chili peppers. Can contain a wide range of ingredients.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Savory
Description: An annual plant that is related to rosemary and thyme. Used for millennia as a seasoning, it also has medicinal properties. This highly aromatic herb features a hot, peppery flavor with notes of marjoram, mint, and thyme.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Scallions
Description: Pretty much the same as green onion depending on where in the world it was grown. Part of allium family, and offers many health benefits.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Scorpion Pepper
Description: One of the hottest peppers in the world, which is indigenous to Trinidad and Tobago. Healthy if eaten in moderation.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce
Description: A hot sauce that uses scoth bonnet peppers. The sauce could contain healthy and non-healthy ingredients. Hot peppers are healthy if eaten in moderation
Rating: 6/10
Name: Scotch Bonnet Peppers
Description: A type of hot chili pepper that is fairly hot. Can be healthy if eaten in moderation, which flushes toxins out of the body.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sea Salt
Description: Salt from evaporated seawater. It is minimally processed and contains many trace minerals. Stronger tasting than regular table salt and a healthier alternative.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Seasoned Salt
Description: Salt combined with a mixture of other ingredients, normally including spices and vegetable extracts. Can vary widely, often contains MSG.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Seasoning Applewood (Organic)
Description: A seasoning to mimic the taste of applewood smoke flavor, which is wood from an apple tree. This applewood seasoning is certified organic. The seasoning can contain both healthy and unhealthy ingredients.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Seasonings
Description: Something such as salt, spices or herbs, for enhancing the flavor of food. Could be a wide variety things, including the unhealthy MSG.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Seasonings (Organic)
Description: Could be any variety of ingredients that are certified organic. Typcically seasonings would include herbs and spices, which are considered to be very healthy.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Serrano Juice
Description: A type of chili pepper in juice form. In terms of heat, it ranks around the middle, compared to other chili peppers. It has multiple health benefits, but should be eaten in moderation.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Serrano Pepper
Description: A type of chili pepper. In terms of heat, it ranks around the middle, compared to other chili peppers. It has multiple health benefits, but should be eaten in moderation.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Sesame Oil
Description: Made from crushed sesame seeds. Very nutrient dense. Many health benefits but a known allergen.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sesame Oil (Organic Toasted)
Description: Made from crushed organic sesame seeds. Very nutrient dense. Offers many health benefits but a known allergen.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Sesame Oil (Roasted)
Description: Oil derived from toasted crushed sesame seeds. Very nutrient dense. Many health benefits but a known allergen.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sesame Seeds
Description: The seeds of an Asian Sesame plant which yields an oil. Very nutrient dense. Many health benefits but a known allergen to some.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sesame Seeds (Organic)
Description: The seeds of an Asian Sesame plant grown organically, which is very nutrient dense. There are many health benefits offered, but a known allergen to some.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Sesame Seeds (Organic)
Description: The seeds of an Asian Sesame plant that is certified organic, and yields an oil. Very nutrient dense. Many health benefits but a known allergen to some.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Sesame Seeds (Toasted)
Description: The seeds of an Asian Sesame plant which yields an oil. Very nutrient dense, and in this case, the sesame seeds are lighly cooked. Many health benefits but a known allergen to some.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Shallots
Description: A type of onion with long, pointed, pear-shaped bulbs. Mild tasting as far as onions go. Part of the allium family. Super healthy.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Shark
Description: Shark meat is a lean protein source packed with essential nutrients. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, provides high levels of protein, and contains essential minerals such as selenium. However, consumption should be moderated due to potential mercury accumulation in some shark species.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Sheep Casing
Description: Material made out of sheep used to enclose the filling of a sausage. Sheep are known to be quite healthy.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Shellfish
Description: Shellfish are animals that dwell in water and have a shell or shell-like exterior. Shellfish are eaten all across the world. Offers multiple health benefits, such as a lean protein, healthy fats, and multiple vitamins. The downfall is that some shellfish may contain high levels of heavy metals.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sherry
Description: A red cooking fortified wine made from grapes. Ranges from very dry to sweet and from amber to brown. Adds a nice, sweet flavor to jerky.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sherry Wine Solids
Description: A red cooking fortified wine made from grapes in dried form. Adds a nice, sweet flavor to jerky. It offers some health benefits, but should be consumed in moderation.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Shichimi Togarashi
Description: Sichimi tograshi is a common Japanese spice mixture containing red chili pepper, sansho (Japanese pepper), roasted orange peel, black sesame seed, white sesame seed, hemp seed, ground ginger, nori (seaweed), and poppy seed.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Silicon Dioxide
Description: A white, colourless insoluble solid that forms in the earth’s crust, mainly quartz. Normally used as an anticaking agent when cooking. Also known as silica. Silicon dioxide is naturally occurring in many foods, and silicon is considered to be a healthy trace element.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Smoke
Description: Jerky that is smoked, normally in a smoker.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Smoke Flavor Applewood
Description: Smoke from apple tree wood. There are various ways that the smoke could be achieved. Smoke can be a questionable ingredient.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Smoke Flavoring
Description: Wood smoke flavor probably captured in a light brown to dark amber liquid.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Smoke Powder
Description: Similar to liquid smoke, which is generally dehydrated (dried) added with something like sugar or corn flour. Can contain any variety of ingredients, good or bad.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Smoked Jalapeno Sauce
Description: A amoked Jalapeno sauce that can contain both healthy and unhealthy ingredients. Jalapeno peppers are healthy if eaten in moderation.
Rating: 5/10
Name: Smoked Paprika
Description: A mild powdered seasoning made from sweet red peppers or chili peppers that is smoked. Has a vivid reddish, orange color. Known to have numerous health benefits, containing antioxidants and nutrients.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Smoked Paprika (Organic)
Description: A mild powdered seasoning made from sweet red peppers or chili peppers that is smoked, and certified organic. Has a vivid reddish, orange color. Known to have numerous health benefits, containing antioxidants and nutrients.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Smoked Sea Salt
Description: Sea salt that is smoked, which can use a variety of woods. Sea salt is less refined, and contains many essential and trace minerals.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Snapping Turtle
Description: Turtle meat is considered to be a good type of protein. Also, a good source of vitamins and minerals, especially calcium.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sodium Acetate
Description: Used as additives in food, industry, concrete manufacture, heating pads, and in buffer solutions. Medically, sodium acetate is important component as an electrolyte replenisher when given intravenously. Generally does not offer many health benefits.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sodium Ascorbate
Description: Sodium ascorbate is a form of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C). A mixture of 131 mg of sodium salt per 1,000 mg of ascorbic acid. An expensive salt.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sodium Benzoate
Description: The sodium salt of benzoic acid used as a food preservative. Has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Commonly used as a preservative in soy sauce. Generally considered unhealthy.
Rating: 2/10
Name: Sodium Bicarbonate
Description: Also known as baking soda. It is used in baking as a leavening agent to make batter and dough rise, plus give a fluffy texture. Has a wide range of other uses. Has health benefits.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Sodium Bisulfite
Description: A type of salt mixed with sulfur dioxide and a solution of sodium carbonate. Primarily used as a food preservative. Should only be consumed in small quantities. Can be quite harmful to people with allergies to sulphites.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sodium Carbonate
Description: The disodium salt of carbonic acid with alkalinizing property. Used in soaps, glass products, pulp, some bleaches. Consuming too much can be poisonous.
Rating: 1/10
Name: Sodium Citrate
Description: Is the sodium salt of citric acid. Like citric acid, it has a sour taste, but still tastes salty. Used as a food additive, usually for flavor, or as a preservative.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sodium Diacetate
Description: A salt of acetic with a slight flavor of acetic acid. Uses are as a sour agent, preservative, antimicrobial, and pH regulator. Known to have some minor health effects, the FDA lists it as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS).
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sodium Erythorbate
Description: The salt of erythorbic acid, which helps keep colors remain the same, and helps improve flavor stability. Is a type of antioxidant, which acts as a preservative by inhibiting the effects of oxygen on food. Mixed reviews if healthy or not.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sodium Ferrocyanide
Description: Also known as Yellow Prussiate of Soda, an anti-caking agent. A yellowish type of salt. While cyanide is known to be poisonous, this yellow salt does not contain dangerous levels.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sodium Hydroxide
Description: Also known as caustic soda or lye, has many industrial uses, including manufacturing soap. Used as an alkalizing agent. Known as a moderately hazardous material. Has no business being in the food industry as far as I am concerned.
Rating: 1/10
Name: Sodium Lactate
Description: The sodium salt of lactic acid, and has a mild saline taste. It is produced by fermentation of a sugar source, such as corn or beets. Can be used to treat or prevent acid problems in the blood. Not known to have an real health benefits and can be dangerous.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sodium Metabisulifate
Description: Used as a preservative, antioxidant, and disinfectant. Has many uses such as pharmaceutical, wine, and as a bleaching agent.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sodium Nitrite
Description: A preservative mixed with salt to preserve the shelf life of jerky. Typically called a cure when purchased mixed together with salt already.
Rating: 2/10
Name: Sodium Phosphates
Description: Sodium salts of phosphoric acid, known to acidify meat and intensify the flavor. More known for industrial uses in pharmaceutical manufacturing, medicine, and chemistry. Acts as a laxative. A known emulsifier. While phosphates can occur naturally, over consumption can lead to multiple health problems.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sodium Tripolyphosphate
Description: A sodium salt of triphosphoric acid. It is manufactured in chemical laboratories by mixing disodium phosphate and monosodium phosphate. It gives a fresh appearance to meat, slows down spoilage and helps to preserve the natural color of meat. Also help to retain moisture. Has many industrial uses. A suspected neurotoxicant. Some people are allergic to it by touch or ingesting.
Rating: 1/10
Name: Sorbic Acid
Description: A white crystalline solid that can come naturally from berries, or synthetically. In the food industry, it used as a preservative and fungicide. Depending on the quality, can be unhealthy.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sorbitol
Description: A type of sugar alcohol, and used as a sweetener in the food industry. Can be found in various berries and fruits, or prepared synthetically. Known to be a laxitive. Not considered to be healthy, especially if artificially created.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Soy
Description: Another name for soybeans.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Soy Lecithin
Description: A naturally occuring oily substance that acts as an emulsifier. Quite prevalent in the food industry. Believed to be very healthy.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Soy Protein (non-GMO)
Description: Non-GMO soy protein is a controversial food with respect to health benefits. Non-GMO soy protein contains all of the essential amino acids that your body cannot make. Some concerns about non-GMO soy protein are that they contain phytates, contain isoflavones that can interfere with thyroid function, and phytoestrogen that can disrupt natural hormone levels in the body.
Rating: 5/10
Name: Soy Protein Extract
Description: Soy protein is a controversial food with respect to health benefits. Soy protein contains all of the essential amino acids that your body cannot make. Some concerns about soy protein extract are that they contain phytates, contain isoflavones that can interfere with thyroid function, and phytoestrogen that can disrupt natural hormone levels in the body.
Rating: 5/10
Name: Soy Protein Isolate
Description: A protein that comes from soybeans. A complete protein with all nine essential amino acids. Offers some benefits but can cause problems.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Soy Protein Texturized Concentrate
Description: Textured or texturized vegetable protein (TVP), also known as textured soy protein (TSP) is usually made from high (50%) soy protein, soy flour or concentrate. It is viewed as an alternative plant based protein. There is debate as to whether TSP is healthy or not.
Rating: 5/10
Name: Soy Sauce
Description: A salty brown liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans and roasted wheat or barley in brine.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Soy Sauce (Gluten Free)
Description: A salty brown liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans, and ususally barley in brine. In this case, there is no wheat used.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Soy Sauce (Naturally Brewed)
Description: A salty brown liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans and roasted wheat or barley in brine. Stating “Naturally Brewed” is supposed to infer that this soy sauce is healthy
Rating: 8/10
Name: Soy Sauce (Organic)
Description: Organic certified. A salty brown liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans and roasted wheat or barley in brine.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Soy Sauce Concentrate
Description: A concentrated extract of soy sauce. Very little information on how this is accomplished.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Soy Sauce Powder
Description: The powder from a salty brown liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans and roasted wheat or barley in brine. Dried and more processed than liquid soy sauce. A cheaper alternative.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Soy Sauce Solids
Description: Also know as soy sauce powder, it is the powder form from a salty brown liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans and roasted wheat or barley in brine. Dried and more processed than liquid soy sauce. A cheaper alternative.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Soybean Extract
Description: The soybean extraction process involves a number of stages. Soybeans are cracked and then dehulled. Then heated and formed into flakes from which oil is extracted. Then steamed and dried by air.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Soybean Oil
Description: Vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of soybeans. While not all soybean oils are made the same, the end product is fairly processed.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Soybean Vegetable Protein
Description: A controversial ingredient on whether it is healthy or not. Contains the proteins from soybeans.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Soybeans
Description: The seed of the Glycine max plant, part of the legume family. Known to be nutritious, and as a replacement for animal protein.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Soybeans (Defatted)
Description: A cut of pork. Normally uses nitrites as a preservative that give a pinkish, reddish color to the bacon. Nitrites cooked with meat at high temperatures can form nitrosamines, which is a known carcinogen.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Soybeans (Non-GMO)
Description: The seed of the soybean plant, and part of the legume family. In this case, certified to be non-genetically modified (non-GMO). Known to be nutritious, and often used as a replacement for animal protein
Rating: 8/10
Name: Soybeans (Organic)
Description: Organic certified. The seed of the Glycine max plant, part of the legume family. Known to be nutritious, and as a replacement for animal protein.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Spearmint
Description: Also known as garden mint, is a species of mint native to Europe and southern Asia. High in antioxidants that produce a wide range of health benefits.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Spice Extractives
Description: The essence of the spice representing the essential oils and the taste component of the corresponding herb or ingredient. Used as an ingredient to replace spice powder because it has a longer shelf life. Spices are known to be very healthy.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Spices
Description: An aromatic plant substance used to enhance the flavor of food. Typically dehydrated (dried) spices are used in jerky. Fresh spices are generally very expensive.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Spices (organic)
Description: An aromatic plant substance used to enhance the flavor of food. Typically dehydrated (dried) spices are used in jerky. Organic fresh spices are generally very expensive.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Spirit Vinegar
Description: Made by doing double fermentation. The first fermentation is sugar to alcohol, and the second alcohol to acetic acid. The acetic acid level is higher than regular vinegar, consisting of 5-10%. Vinegar offers many health benefits.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Sriracha Lime Seasoning
Description: Seasoning that contains lime and sriracha. Could contain both healthy and healthy ingredients. Hot peppers help flush out toxins out the body. Limes are full of health benefits.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Srirachi Sauce
Description: Generally a spicy sauce that uses chili peppers, vinegar, salt, and sugar. The ingredients can vary.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Star Anise
Description: A spice from a small Chinese evergreen tree. It offers multiple health benefits.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Starch
Description: A naturally abundant odorless, tasteless carbohydrate found mainly in seeds, fruits, and plants. Has many commercial uses, and comes in diverse forms.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Starter Culture
Description: Starter cultures ferment things such as sausages and meat sticks develop color and flavor and provide safety. In use since the 1950’s, does not offer any tangile health benefits.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Steak Seasoning
Description: A combination of multiple ingredients, which may or may not be healthy.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Steakhouse Sauce
Description: A type of barbecue sauce specifically designed to be put on steak. The ingredient list can vary wildly. Typically the sauce has a brown color.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Stevia
Description: Could be any variation of various sweeteners. Sugar in general is not all that healthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Strawberries
Description: A fruit from the rose family, where the seeds are on the outside. Strawberries offer many health benefits, and are known to some as ‘The Queen of Fruits’.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Strawberry Flavoring
Description: The fruit strawberries as a rule are healthy. The method of how the natural flavor is extracted from the strawberries can vary.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Strawberry Jam
Description: Jam made with healthy strawberries. As a general rule, jam normally contains sugar.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Strawberry Puree
Description: Crushed strawberries in a smooth, liquid form. Strawberries are know to be very healthy, but they do have sugar.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Stubb’s Original Type BBQ Seasoning
Description: Described as being perfectly flavored with tangy tomato, vinegar, molasses, and black pepper. No untoward ingredients are used. Generally contains healthy ingredients.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Stubb’s Texas Teriyaki Marinade
Description: A commercially sold barbecue sauce that was created in 1968. Contains multiple unhealthy ingredients.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Succinic Acid
Description: A colorless, odorless water-soluble acid found in plant and animal tissues. Succinic acid has many industrial uses, but also is known to have many health benefits. Known for treatment in cardiovascular diseases, anti aging, healing wounds, to name a few.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Sucrose
Description: A type of sugar typically found in sugarcane, sugar beet, or maple syrup. It consists of glucose and fructose joined together in a molecule. Not believed to be healthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugar
Description: A sweet crystalline or powdered substance, white when pure, consisting of sucrose, obtained mainly from sugar cane and sugar beets. Known to be unhealthy when eating too much.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugar (Organic)
Description: A sweet crystalline or powdered substance, white when pure, consisting of sucrose, obtained mainly from organic sugar cane or organic sugar beets. Known to be unhealthy when eating too much.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sugar (Raw)
Description: Raw sugar is light brown in color due to the presence of molasses. Raw sugar is one of better natural sugars out there.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugar (Vegan)
Description: A plant-based alternative to traditional white sugar, made by blending cane sugar with molasses. Vegan white sugar is certified to be free from animal-derived ingredients. It retains the rich, caramel-like flavor and moisture of traditional white sugar.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugar Caramelized
Description: Created by melting sugar at a high temperature until it becomes a caramel-coloured liquid for a sweet, nutty flavor. There is debate as to whether or not this process is carcinogenic. It offers almost zero health benefits.
Rating: 2/10
Name: Sugar Demerara
Description: A type of raw cane sugar with a coarse grain and light tan color used as a garnishing. Sugar in general is unhealthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugar Powder
Description: A powdered substance consisting of sucrose, obtained mainly from sugar cane and sugar beets. Known to be unhealthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugar Smoked
Description: A sweet crystalline or powdered substance that is smoked. Consists of sucrose, obtained mainly from sugar cane and sugar beets. Known to be unhealthy when eating too much.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugar Syrup
Description: A viscous liquid consisting primarily of sugar and water. Mainly used as a sweetener in foods. Sugar is known to cause many health problems.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sugars
Description: A blend of various types of sugar. Could be any variation. In general, sugars are not all that healthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sulfites
Description: The salt from sulfurous acid. Acts as a preservative. Not believed to be healthy. Some people are allergic.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sulfiting Agent
Description: A kind of salt derived from potassium, or sodium bisulfite, or potassium metabisulfite, to keep the food looking fresh. Acts as a food preservative also. Believed to cause a host of health dangers.
Rating: 1/10
Name: Sulfur Dioxide
Description: A colorless, extremely irritating gas or liquid. Used as a preservative in the food industry. Can be very toxic.
Rating: 1/10
Name: Sulphur Dioxide
Description: A colorless gas formed when sulfur burns. Has many industrial uses, and acts as preservative in fruits and vegetables. Also widely used in making wine. Sulphites are dangerous to some people.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sun Dried Tomato
Description: Sun dried tomatoes.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Sunflower Lecithin
Description: A powerful superfood that is essential to proper brain function, and used by every single cell in the body. A potent antioxidant that adds a delightful texture to foods. Offers many health benefits.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Sunflower Oil
Description: Oil extracted from sunflower seeds. Particularly high in vitamin E. A good ingredient to use in soap, and one of the better cooking oils out there. It is debatable if healthy or not, give it’s high fat content.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Sunflower Oil (High Oleic)
Description: A cooking oil derived from sunflower seeds bred to have high levels of oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat. It is known for its stability, high smoke point, and resistance to oxidation. While rich in omega-9 fatty acids, it is debatable if healthy or not.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sunflower Oil (Organic)
Description: Oil extracted from sunflower seeds that is certified organic. Particularly high in vitamin E. A good ingredient to use in soap, and one of the better cooking oils out there. It is debatable if healthy or not, give it’s high fat content.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Sunflower Seed Butter
Description: Contains multiple health benefits and mostly healthy fats. Very high in protein. Loaded with vitamin E and magnesium.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Sunflower Seeds
Description: Edible seeds from the sunflower plant. Offers many health benefits
Rating: 10/10
Name: Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey Barbecue Sauce
Description: A popular, commercially sold barbecue sauce. Not the healthiest of ingredients are used, especially considering high fructose corn syrup is the #1 ingredient listed by weight. Tasty though.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Sweet Baby Ray’s Jerky Base
Description: The popular brand of barbecue sauce Sweet Baby Ray’s in powdered form instead of liquid form. Known to be a sweet tasting barbecue sauce. Uses a mixture of healthy and unhealthy ingredients, but fairly healthy for the most part.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Sweet Chili Sauce
Description: Normally a hot based sauce, with some sweetness, which can include a wide variety of ingredients.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Sweet Mesquite Seasoning
Description: A mixture of ingredients to mimic a mesquite smoke flavor. Good or bad ingredients could be used.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Sweetener
Description: Could be any variation of various sweeteners. Sugar in general is not all that healthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Swiss Cheese Raw
Description: A firm smooth raw cheese usually made from cow milk. The type of cheddar produced can vary. A good source of calcium and some vitamins. Cheese is generally considered to be healthy.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Szechuan Pepper
Description: The mildly hot, dried berry of a prickly ash tree. A common spice used in Asian cuisine. It’s claim to fame is a powerful numbing sensation it causes around the mouth. It has a tart, lemony taste, and offers multiple health benefits.
Rating: 9/10
Name: TABASCO® Habanero Pepper Sauce
Description: A Jamaican style blend. Juicy papaya and mango with habanero peppers, plus onion, garlic and other natural flavors—to create a fruity flavor. A recipe that TABASCO® has spent more than 140 years perfecting their pepper sauce.
Rating: 9/10
Name: TABASCO® Pepper Mash
Description: Probably the best known commercially sold hot sauce. TABASCO® Pepper Mash is family owned and operated by the McIlhenny company in Avery Island, Louisiana created, in the 1860’s. The mash is aged up to three years with salt in white oak barrels.
Rating: 9/10
Name: TABASCO® Sauce
Description: Probably the best known commercially sold hot sauce. TABASCO® Sauce is family owned and operated by the McIlhenny company in Avery Island, Louisiana created, in the 1860’s. The mash is aged up to three years in white oak barrels. It’s a pretty hot pepper sauce, with only distilled vinegar, red pepper and salt as ingredients.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tajin
Description: A popular Mexican seasoning made from a blend of chili peppers, dehydrated lime, and salt. Known for its vibrant red color and zesty kick, It’s a low-calorie, gluten-free, and versatile seasoning that has become a staple in both Mexican and international kitchens.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tamari Soy Sauce
Description: A salty brown, organic liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans in brine. Tamari means that little or no wheat is used.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Tamari Soy Sauce (Gluten Free)
Description: A salty brown, organic liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans in brine. This version of Tamri contains no wheat.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Tamari Soy Sauce (organic wheat-free)
Description: A salty brown, organic liquid condiment made by fermenting soybeans in brine. Tamari means that little or no wheat is used.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Tamari Teriyaki Sauce
Description: A Japanese type of sauce that usually contains soy sauce, salt and spices. Being Tamari, it contains no wheat. Offers some health benefits.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Tamarind
Description: The juicy, acids of fruits from a tropical Asian evergreen tree. Multiple health benefits, and known to be a laxative.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tamarind Concentrate
Description: The juicy, acids of fruits from a tropical Asian evergreen tree, with almost all of the liquids removed. Very tart tasting. Multiple health benefits, and known to be a laxative.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tamarind Extract
Description: Extract from the juicy acids of fruits from a tropical Asian evergreen tree. Multiple health benefits, and known to be a laxative.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tamarind Paste
Description: Made from the juicy, acids of fruits from a tropical Asian evergreen tree is paste form. Multiple health benefits, and known to be a laxative.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tamarind Puree
Description: Crushed tamarind in a smooth, creamy texture. Tamarind is the juicy, acids of fruits from a tropical Asian evergreen tree. Has multiple health benefits, and known to be a laxative.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tangerine (Organic)
Description: Certified organic tangerines are a nutrient-rich citrus fruit that may provide numerous benefits to your health. An excellent source of vitamin C, thiamin, and folate.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tapatio Sauce
Description: A hot sauce made in California starting in 1971. Popular with the Hispanic community, a personal favorite of mine. See the Tapatio web site for more details.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Tapioca
Description: Starch extracted from the cassava root. Most commonly used in pudding, and is gluten-free. Nearly 100% a carbohydrate. Generally considered to be healthy.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Tapioca Maltodextrin (Organic)
Description: A mostly flavorless starch mixed with the sugar maltodextrin in a white powder form. In the food industry used as a thickener, stabilizer, and a binding agent. Maltodextrin is not considered to be healthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Tarragon
Description: A leafy green herb that is highly aromatic with a subtle licorice flavor, and is commonly used in French cooking. Offers multiple health benefits.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tequila
Description: A type of liquor that is popular in Mexico. If the tequila is made with 100% agave, it offers multiple health benefits if consumed in small quantities.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Teriyaki Marinade
Description: Could be a combination of many types of ingredients, both healthy and unhealthy. Likely to contain a fair amount of sugar.
Rating: 5/10
Name: Teriyaki Powder
Description: A Japanese type of sauce that is dried. Usually contains soy sauce, salt and spices. The ingredients can vary wildly.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Teriyaki Sauce (Gluten Free)
Description: A Japanese type of sauce that usually contains soy sauce, salt and spices. In this case, no wheat is used. The ingredients used can vary widely.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Tetrasodium Pyrophophate
Description: Generally acts as a pH buffer to maintain acidity levels in foods, and an emulsifier. Has multiple industrial uses. Not generally considered safe for consumption.
Rating: 2/10
Name: Thai Chili
Description: Chili peppers that can be green (not ripe yet), yellow or red in color. Fairly spicy hot, healthy if you can handle the heat.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Thai Chili Sauce
Description: A normally hot sauce, which can include a wide variety of ingredients. Being Thai generally would indicate the sauce is also sweet. Hot peppers are healthy if eaten in moderation, which flush toxins out of the body.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Thai Seasoning (Organic)
Description: A mix of spices and other ingredients that are certified organic. The contents can vary, but most if not all ingredients would be common in Thailand cuisine. Spices are very healthy in general.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Thiamine Mononitrate
Description: Otherwise known as vitamin B1. It offers many health benefits, but should be eaten in moderation. An excess of vitamin B1 can cause headaches.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Thornbury Honey
Description: Honey local to Ontario, Canada. Local honey is normally minimally processed. Honey is known to have many healthy qualities, but should be eaten in moderation.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Thunnus Albacares
Description: Otherwise known as yellowfin tuna, it is considered among the healthiest foods. Tuna contains many vitamins and minerals. The quality of tuna can vary.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Thyme
Description: A plant from the mint family. Has a strong flavor that tastes somewhat minty. Used as a spice in food. Offers many health benefits.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Thyme (Organic)
Description: A plant from the mint family that is certified organic. Has a strong flavor that tastes somewhat minty. Used as a spice in food. Offers many health benefits.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tocopherols
Description: A group of fat-soluble compounds that make up vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant essential for overall health. They help protect cells from oxidative damage, support immune function, and promote skin and eye health.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tomato
Description: Technically a fruit, but generally referred to as a vegetable. Tomatoes are known to be extremely healthy and high on lycopene, a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical related to Vitamin A and beta-carotene.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tomato Concentrate
Description: A concentrated form of tomatoes, mostly meaning the water has been removed. Tomatoes are known to be very healthy and high on lycopene, a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical related to Vitamin A and beta-carotene.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tomato Concentrate (organic)
Description: A concentrated form of organic tomatoes, mostly meaning the water has been removed. Tomatoes are known to be very healthy and high on lycopene, a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical related to Vitamin A and beta-carotene.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tomato Extractive
Description: A concentrated form of the healthy fruit tomatoes. Loaded with the antioxidant lycopene.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tomato Fiber
Description: Believed to be the indigestible part of the tomato. Tomatoes are very healthy, and contain an antioxidant known as lycopene that gives tomatoes their red color.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tomato Juice
Description: Tomatoes are known to be extremely healthy and high on lycopene, a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical related to Vitamin A and beta-carotene. In this case, the tomatoes are in juice form.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tomato Paste
Description: A thick paste made by cooking tomatoes for several hours to reduce moisture, then removing the seeds and skin. Cooked again reducing it to a thick, rich concentrate. Tomatoes are very healthy, and cooking them is believed to intensify the effectiveness of a bright red carotene named lycopene which is abundant in tomatoes.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tomato Powder
Description: Crushed, dehydrated powdered tomatoes. A very rich flavor. Tomatoes are known to be extremely healthy.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Tomato Powder (Organic)
Description: Tomatos that are certified organic, and dehydrated into powdered form. Tomatoes are known to be extremely healthy.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tomato Puree
Description: Crushed tomatoes in a liquid form. Tomatoes are very healthy, and contain an antioxidant known as lycopene that gives tomatoes their red color.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tomato Puree (Organic)
Description: Crushed tomatoes in a liquid form that is certified organic. Tomatoes are very healthy, and contain an antioxidant known as lycopene that gives tomatoes their red color.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Tomato Sauce
Description: A tomato based sauce, where the ingredient list can vary widely. Tomatoes are very healthy, and contain an antioxidant known as lycopene that gives tomatoes their red color.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Tomatoes (organic)
Description: An edible, fleshy fruit that is usually red and organically grown. Often referred to as a vegetable. Tomatoes are known to be very healthy and high on lycopene, a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical related to Vitamin A and beta-carotene.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Torula Yeast
Description: A yeast used as a food additive and flavor enhancer. A type of MSG with some healthy vitamins. Gives a smoky, savory taste.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Trehalose
Description: The fruit blackberries as a rule are healthy. The method of how the natural flavor is extracted from the blackberries can vary.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Tricalcium Phosphate
Description: The calcium salt of phosphoric acid. Uses are for dietary supplements, electrolyte replacement agent and an anticaking agent. Also acts as a preservative and a flavor enhancer. Both calcium and phosphates are needed by the human body, mixed opinions on this ingredient.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Turbinado Sugar
Description: Based out of the sugar cane family. Known to be minimally refined. Considered to be a better alternative to white or brown sugar.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Turkey
Description: Meat from a turkey, is generally lean.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Turkey (Organic)
Description: Meat from a turkey, is generally lean. Organic certified is a very high standard.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Turkey Broth
Description: Often called turkey stock, which is the liquid made by boiling turkey bones and meat in water. Turkey broth may indicate that other ingredients were used. Very healthy, which has multiple health benefits for our bodies, and a long history of medicinal usage.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Turkey Mechanically Separated
Description: Mechanically separated meat (MSM), mechanically recovered/reclaimed meat (MRM), or mechanically deboned meat (MDM) turkey is made by using high pressure through a sieve to produce a paste. Includes bones, including nerves, blood vessels, cartilage, and skin, as well as a small amount of meat. Also known as pink slime.
Rating: 2/10
Name: Turmeric
Description: A bright yellow, aromatic powder obtained from a plant from the ginger family. Ginger is known to be a superfood. Turmeric has a long history of being used in medicine.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Turnips
Description: A root vegetable from the mustard family. Parsnips are low on calories, and offer many health benefits.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Unrefined Sea Salt
Description: Sea salt that has not been altered whatsoever, staying in its natural form.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Unrefined Sugar
Description: A sweet crystalline or powdered substance, white when pure, consisting of sucrose, obtained mainly from sugar cane and sugar beets. Somewhat less refined to regular white sugar, but known to be unhealthy.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Vanilla
Description: A flavor derived from seeds in a flower, from the genus Vanilla. It gives a sweet flavor to foods. It has multiple health benefits.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Vanilla Extract (Natural)
Description: Vanilla extract is produced by filtering chopped vanilla beans with ethyl alcohol. There are over 100 different varieties of vanilla, but only two are sold commercially. Vanilla offers many benefits such as containing many antioxidants, is antibacterial, and lowers cholesterol.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Vanilla Mexican
Description: A flavor derived from seeds in a flower, from the genus Vanilla. Assuming it’s not artificial vanilla, it is grown, cultivated, harvested, and cured in Mexico. Many people prefer the slightly different taste as opposed to regular vanilla..
Rating: 9/10
Name: Vegetable Base
Description: A combintation of any various vegetables. Normally, the vegetables would be in powdered form.
Rating: 9/10
Name: Vegetable Extract
Description: Fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other natural substances extracted from vegetables. One example vegetable is potato.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Vegetable Gum
Description: A food additive used to thicken foods and acts as an emulsifier. A carbohydrate usually derived from a natural source like seaweed.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Vegetable Juice Color
Description: Could be a wide variety of things to achieve color, using healthy or unhealthy ingredients.
Rating: 4/10
Name: Vegetable Oil
Description: Any of various oils chemically removed from plants. Not really considered be healthy.
Rating: 3/10
Name: Vegetable Oil Shortening
Description: Is essentially hydrogenated oil. Shortening becomes solid at room temperature. High in fat. Considered to be an unhealthy trans fat.
Rating: 2/10
Name: Vegetable Powder
Description: Any combination of vegetables in dried powder form. Almost all vegetables are healthy.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Vegetable Protein
Description: Could be based from a number of different vegetables, which can include roots, leaves, flowers, or seeds. The quality of vegetable protein can vary.
Rating: 5/10
Name: Venison
Description: The meat from deer. Among the healthiest meat you can consume. Has very low fat content. Very rich in protein. Contains multiple vitamins and nutrients. The only downside seems to be if the lead from a bullet was removed.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Venison (Grass-Fed)
Description: The meat from deer guaranteed to be 100% grass-fed. Among the healthiest meat you can consume. Has very low fat content, and very rich in protein. Contains multiple vitamins and nutrients.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Vinegar
Description: A liquid usually containing acetic acid and water
Rating: 7/10
Name: Vinegar (organic)
Description: An organic liquid usually containing acetic acid and water.
Rating: 8/10
Name: Vinegar (Spirit)
Description: A liquid containing acetic acid and water, which is the strongest tasting vinegar, containing a small amount of alcohol. Vinegar acts as meat tenderizer. It helps retain color in foods.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Vinegar Powder
Description: Dehydrated vinegar, which is normally acedtic acid and water. Vinegar is a weak acid and has many health benefits and acts as a antispetic.
Rating: 7/10
Name: Vital Gluten non-GMO
Description: A flour that is mostly gluten and contains very little starch. Primarily used to help the elasticity and rise of raw dough, and in some cases the primary ingredient for vegan jerky. Gluten is a controversial ingredient if it healthy or not. Known to resemble the texture of meat when cooked.
Rating: 6/10
Name: Vitamin A
Description: A vitamin found in butter, egg yolk, milk, and fish oils. It can also be produced in the body from the carotene in green vegetables with a lot of leaves, or in orange vegetables. Pretty much essential for all human beings.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Vitamin C
Description: An essential nutrient found in fruits and vegetables. It is especially important for skin, teeth, bones, and blood vessels. Offers countless health benefits.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Vitamin E
Description: An antioxidant found in vegetable oils, butter, and eggs, among other things. Fights free radicals, and offers many health benefits.
Rating: 10/10
Name: Vodka
Description: Vodka is a clear distilled alcoholic beverage with different varieties originating in Poland, Russia and Sweden. It is composed primarily of water and ethanol, but sometimes with traces of impurities and flavorings. Can be made from grain, potatoes, or even grapes. Offers some health benefits, such as lowering cholesterol, preventing clotting, and reducing the risk of stroke. Generally not considered to be all that healthy and drank in moderation.
Rating: 5/10