Original Hummus

by Asmar's

Health Grade: A – Excellent

Category: Spreads

Asmar's Original Hummus earns a strong A grade, showing it is mostly made from wholesome, natural ingredients like chickpeas, olive oil, and sesame tahini that provide good nutrition and low risk. The product has minor concerns with some oils that have moderate risk due to processing and potential hormonal effects. Overall, it supports metabolic health and poses very low cancer risk.

• sunflower or canola oil – controversial · Used for texture and fat content, but contains omega-6 fats that may increase inflammation and hormone disruption.
• olive oil – controversial · A heart-healthy oil that reduces inflammation and supports metabolic health.
• vegetable cysteine – controversial · A processing aid that may cause minor gut irritation and raises some cancer risk due to chemical reactions during processing.
• water – beneficial · No risk; essential for product texture and hydration.
• sea salt – beneficial · Common seasoning with minimal risk when consumed in moderation.
• millet meal – controversial · A whole grain providing fiber and nutrients that support stable blood sugar and gut health.
• roasted garlic – controversial · Has antioxidant and immune-supportive properties.
• vitamins – controversial · Added to support nutritional value without raising health risks.
• ground cumin – controversial · Natural spice with antioxidant abilities.
• sunflower oil (high oleic) – controversial · More stable than regular sunflower oil but still may contribute to inflammation if overused.
• chickpeas – controversial · Provides fiber, protein, and nutrients that support a healthy gut and stable metabolism.
• sesame tahini – controversial · Nutritious paste rich in healthy fats and micronutrients.
• citric acid – controversial · Common acidifier that can occasionally cause mild gut irritation.
• guar gum – controversial · A fiber additive that may disrupt gut comfort in sensitive individuals.
• sesame seeds – controversial · Whole seeds with fiber and healthy fats supporting heart and gut health.

Contains whole foods like chickpeas, millet, garlic, and sesame seeds

Includes heart-healthy olive oil and nutritious sesame tahini

Low in added sugars and artificial additives

Rich in fiber, aiding gut health

Use of sunflower and canola oils that may increase inflammation and hormone disruption

Presence of vegetable cysteine and guar gum which may cause minor gut irritation

Contains citric acid which might mildly irritate sensitive stomachs