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Campbell's Healthy Request Condensed Soup, Cream of Mushroom
Soups & Broths
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Campbell's Healthy Request Condensed Soup, Cream of Mushroom

Campbell's®
10.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
1g
Protein
2g
Sugars
410mg
Sodium
37
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Campbell's® Healthy Request Condensed Cream of Mushroom is the familiar canned soup you’ll find tucked into the canned soups and broths aisle, shelved alongside other Campbell’s varieties, condensed sauces, and quick pantry staples. The 10.5 oz recyclable can and recognizable Campbell’s branding signal a legacy, but the “Healthy Request” callout and sodium/fat reduction place it among lower-sodium, convenience-focused choices. Shoppers pick it up for weeknight dinners, casseroles at holiday tables, or as a quick sauce base for pasta and casseroles — it’s an ingredient as much as a soup. The label leans on a health halo: prominent “heart healthy” language and “50% less fat and 50% less sodium than our regular product,” with no organic or natural certification; it is not marketed toward kids, but toward adults seeking convenience with a health-conscious twist. In plain terms this is a processed, shelf-stable condensed soup that mixes with water or milk and heats quickly, often used as a shortcut in family recipes. Sensory expectations are a smooth, creamy, slightly viscous reconstituted texture with savory mushroom umami and a mild garlicky background; the condensed can invites ritual — measure, mix with water or milk, heat and stir, or spoon into a casserole. Brand positioning leans on American comfort-food tradition and pantry reliability while nudging toward moderation and heart-health. Its audience spans busy parents, home cooks looking for time-saving bases, and older shoppers attracted to reduced-sodium claims. The product lives at the intersection of nostalgia and modern convenience, a culinary shortcut for familiar, comforting dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5
Servings per Container: 2.5
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium410mg18%
Total Carbohydrate10g4%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, WATER,, MUSHROOMS,, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH,, WHEAT, FLOUR,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, CREAM,, VEGETABLE, OIL, (CORN,, CANOLA,, AND/OR, SOYBEAN),, SUGAR,, SALT,, POTASSIUM, SALT,, SOY, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE,, NATURAL, FLAVORING,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, DRIED, MUSHROOMS,, DRIED, GARLIC. CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, MILK,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as modified cornstarch, soy protein concentrate, and natural flavoring, and is a shelf-stable, formulated product, consistent with an ultra-processed (NOVA 4) classification.

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Common Questions about Campbell's Healthy Request Condensed Soup, Cream of Mushroom

The Cream of Mushroom soup can be considered 'healthy' in certain contexts. It’s lower in calories compared to many cream-based soups, with only 70 calories per serving. However, it does contain some added sugars and sodium, so if you're watching those, you might want to enjoy it in moderation or pair it with something fresh and nutrient-dense.

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