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Is Bugles Hidden Valley Ranch Crispy Corn Snacks healthy?

Hidden Valley Ranch Crispy Corn Snacks

Snacks · Updated 2026-10-17

Longevity Score

24/100

Food Integrity Score

52/100

Consider Avoiding

At least one major score is weak enough that many people will want a clearer alternative for regular use.

Quick answer

Consider Avoiding

Bugles hidden valley ranch crispy corn snacks is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 24 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 52 out of 100. Refined corn base with saturated tropical oils, high sodium, and multiple additives; a low-fiber, ultra-processed snack pattern. Strengths include corn-based snack with a simple base grain and low-moderate protein per serving, while main considerations include refined degermed corn meal with very low fiber, high saturated fat from palm and coconut oils, and very high sodium per bag.

Longevity Score 24/100Food Integrity Score 52/100

What helped the score?

  • Corn-based snack with a simple base grain
  • Low-moderate protein per serving

What held the score back?

  • Refined degermed corn meal with very low fiber
  • High saturated fat from palm and coconut oils
  • Very high sodium per bag

Ingredients

Ingredient list

Degermed Yellow Corn Meal, Vegetable Oil (coconut, palm, and/or palm kernel), Sugar. Contains 2% or less of: Dried Buttermilk, Salt, Maltodextrin, Monoglycerides, Baking Soda, Dextrose, Monosodium Glutamate, Citric Acid, Onion Powder, Parsley, Modified Corn Starch, Disodium Guanylate and Inosinate, Natural And Artificial Flavor. Freshness Preserved by BHT.

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Key nutrition

Per serving: 85 g (Per Bag)

  • Calories44022% DV
  • Protein6g12% DV
  • Total Carbs55g20% DV
  • Fiber2g7% DV
  • Total Fat22g28% DV
  • Saturated Fat18g90% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Bugles Hidden Valley Ranch Crispy Corn Snacks
Brand
Bugles
Category
Snacks
GTIN / UPC
00016000512580
Serving size
85 g (Per Bag)
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Healthy Food Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

How this product may fit different goals

The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.

  • Low-Spike Stability

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher net carbs (53g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher saturated fat (18g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "dextrose", "maltodextrin". See ingredients for details.)

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

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    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Sweetener signals (Sugar, Dextrose)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher calories per serving (440 kcal)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Athletic Fueling

    Supportive

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Available carbohydrates (55g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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Common questions about this product

Is Bugles Hidden Valley Ranch Crispy Corn Snacks highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Ultra-processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.

Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?

Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Bugles Hidden Valley Ranch Crispy Corn Snacks shows about 2.04g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Bugles Hidden Valley Ranch Crispy Corn Snacks: 6g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sugar, Dextrose. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Corn-based snack with a simple base grain; Low-moderate protein per serving.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Refined degermed corn meal with very low fiber; High saturated fat from palm and coconut oils; Very high sodium per bag.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same snacks differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

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Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information

Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.

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