EXCERPT

Each sample we analyze is assigned a Clear Score™. The Clear Score is a representation of how closely a product's label claims match its actual molecular contents. The higher the score, the more closely a product abides by its claims.

To create the score, each item is molecularly analyzed through our proprietary DNA sequencing workflow. We screen for major, medium, and minor substitution, and we deduct points accordingly. We then examine products for nutrition-content accuracy, such as carbs, fat, calories, and protein. All Clear Score calculations are run through a secondary-analysis pipeline, scrubbed for statistical accuracy and error, and delivered to consumers via ClearFood.com.

SOURCE

http://www.clearfood.com/food_reports/2015/the_hotdog_report