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Catalina Crunch Keto Friendly Traditional Crunch Protein Snack Mix: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Catalina Crunch keto friendly traditional crunch protein snack mix received a Food Integrity Score of 63 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This is a nut-and-protein snack built on a crowd of refined fractions, texture helpers, and flavor systems rather than mainly whole ingredients. Pecans and cashews are doing the real food work, but the fiber blend, pea protein, chickpea and corn flour blend, xanthan gum, and natural flavor give it a formulated feel. Treat it as an occasional snack rather than an everyday staple. Main considerations include fiber blend and xanthan gum rebuild texture, natural flavor and spices are vague, and refined seed oil and caramel color. Simpler options: Choose plain nuts or seeds with simple seasoning; pick snacks with fewer gums, flavors, and isolated fibers.
Food Integrity Score 63/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Fiber blend and xanthan gum rebuild texture
- Natural flavor and spices are vague
- Refined seed oil and caramel color
Simpler options to consider
- Choose plain nuts or seeds with simple seasoning
- Pick snacks with fewer gums, flavors, and isolated fibers
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Catalina Crunch Keto Friendly Traditional Crunch Protein Snack Mix
- Brand
- Catalina Crunch
- Category
- Snacks (source: Other Snacks)
- GTIN / UPC
00850044112135- Serving size
- 35 g (1/2 cup (35g) Per Serving)
- 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
Food Integrity results
Keto Friendly Traditional Crunch Protein Snack Mix
Catalina Crunch
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
Fiber blend, tapioca flour blend, xanthan gum, and caramel color make this read as a formulated snack, not a simple one.
Consider This
Vague natural flavor, spices, and a rebuilt flour-and-fiber system are typical of factory-formulated, engineered snack mixes.
Good Substitutes
Plain roasted nuts seasoned at home with salt, spices, and a little butter keep the crunch with far fewer engineered inputs.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThis is a nut-and-protein snack built on a crowd of refined fractions, texture helpers, and flavor systems rather than mainly whole ingredients. Pecans and cashews are doing the real food work, but the fiber blend, pea protein, chickpea and corn flour blend, xanthan gum, and natural flavor give it a formulated feel. Treat it as an occasional snack rather than an everyday staple.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Fiber blend and xanthan gum rebuild texture
- Natural flavor and spices are vague
- Refined seed oil and caramel color
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Fiber Blend (Chicory Root, Maize, Potato, Guar) — Isolated fiber and gum blend
- Sunflower Oil and/or Coconut Oil — Refined seed oil option
- Caramel Color — Color additive
- Xanthan Gum — Thickener and stabilizer
- Spices — Vague blend
- Natural Flavor — Vague flavor system
Highest concern ingredients
- Natural Flavor (7/10) — Vague flavor system with undisclosed components.
- Fiber Blend (6/10) — Isolated fibers and gums rebuild texture.
- Xanthan Gum (6/10) — Gum used as a thickener and stabilizer.
Better choice tips
- Choose plain nuts or seeds with simple seasoning
- Pick snacks with fewer gums, flavors, and isolated fibers
Ingredients
Ingredient list
PECANS, CASHEWS, PEA PROTEIN, FIBER BLEND (CHICORY ROOT, MAIZE, POTATO, GUAR), TAPIOCA FLOUR BLEND (CHICKPEA, MAIZE), SUNFLOWER OIL AND/OR COCONUT OIL, BAKING POWDER, CARAMEL COLOR, XANTHAN GUM, CALCIUM CARBONATE, CANE SUGAR, YEAST, SALT, WHEY, MOLASSES, SPICES, BUTTER, MILK, NATURAL FLAVOR, VINEGAR
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Natural FlavorConcern 7/10 — Higher concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Undisclosed flavor systems may hide multiple inputs.
Additional note
Vague flavor system with undisclosed components.
Family watchlist
Vague flavor system.
Fiber Blend (Chicory Root, Maize, Potato, Guar)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernIsolated fiber blendWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Isolated fiber blend
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Multiple isolated fibers and gums rebuild the food's structure.
Additional note
Blend of isolated fibers and gums used for fiber and texture.
Family watchlist
Fiber and gum blend may be unfamiliar.
Caramel ColorConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Color additives are commonly flagged for watchlist review.
Additional note
Color additive, often processed with ammonia or sulfites.
Family watchlist
Color additive for appearance.
Xanthan GumConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Gums are texture helpers that signal formulation.
Additional note
Fermentation-derived gum used as a thickener and stabilizer.
Family watchlist
Gum used for texture.
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Pea ProteinConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernIsolated protein
What this is
Isolated protein
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Isolated protein is a formulation-oriented input.
Additional note
Isolated protein, a refined fraction used to boost protein.
Sunflower Oil and/or Coconut OilConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined seed oils are commonly flagged for watchlist review.
Additional note
Refined oil, sunflower option is a refined seed oil.
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil option.
SpicesConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Broad spice category hides specific sources and blends.
Additional note
Broad category, sources and blends not specified.
Family watchlist
Vague spice blend.
Tapioca Flour Blend (Chickpea, Maize)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined flour blend
What this is
Refined flour blend
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Blended refined flours replace whole-food texture.
Additional note
Refined flour blend used as a structural base.
Cane SugarConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar adds sweetness with little whole-food content.
Additional note
Refined sweetener, common and recognizable.
Baking PowderConcern 3/10 — Mild concernLeavening agentAdditive
What this is
Leavening agent
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Common leavener adding a minor formulation helper.
Additional note
Leavening agent, common in baking.
Calcium CarbonateConcern 3/10 — Mild concernMineral additiveAdditive
What this is
Mineral additive
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Functional mineral additive for flow or fortification.
Additional note
Mineral salt used as an anti-caking or calcium source.
WheyConcern 3/10 — Mild concernDairy ingredient
What this is
Dairy ingredient
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Dairy-derived protein ingredient with mild processing.
Additional note
Dairy byproduct, mildly processed.
MolassesConcern 2/10 — Very low concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Minimally refined sweetener with some mineral content.
Additional note
Sugar cane byproduct, mildly refined.
YeastConcern 1/10 — Very low concernCulture
What this is
Culture
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Common fermentation ingredient with low concern.
Additional note
Leavening or flavor organism, category-normal.
ButterConcern 1/10 — Very low concernDairy fat
What this is
Dairy fat
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable dairy fat with minimal processing.
Additional note
Dairy fat, traditional and recognizable.
VinegarConcern 1/10 — Very low concernAcidulant
What this is
Acidulant
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Simple fermented ingredient with low concern.
Additional note
Fermented acid, category-normal.
PecansConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food that anchors the snack.
Additional note
Whole tree nut, recognizable and minimally altered.
CashewsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food adding nut base.
Additional note
Whole tree nut, recognizable and minimally altered.
SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable seasoning.
Additional note
Simple seasoning.
MilkConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple dairy ingredient.
Additional note
Recognizable dairy ingredient.
KarbCoach Food Integrity is a label-based ingredient analysis tool, not a medical safety rating. It describes formulation and ingredient profile only. 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.
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
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "chicory", "chickpea". See ingredients for details.)
Heart-Healthy Eating
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "coconut oil", "butter". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
GLP-1 Eating Support
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "chicory", "chickpea". See ingredients for details.)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "chicory", "chickpea". See ingredients for details.)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "chicory", "chickpea". See ingredients for details.)
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Carb fueling ingredients (Mentions "potato". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "chickpea", "pea protein". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "butter", "whey". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "butter", "whey". See ingredients for details.)
Minimally Processed Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Whole-Food Focused Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "coconut oil", "butter". See ingredients for details.)
Paleo-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Grain/legume ingredients (Mentions "flour", "pea", "chickpea". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "coconut oil", "butter". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Workout Recovery
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Strength & Protein Focus
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low-Carb Lifestyle
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Keto-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Understanding the Food Integrity analysis
What the Food Integrity analysis evaluates
The Food Integrity analysis focuses on how a packaged food is formulated and made. It examines processing level, ingredient quality, additives, oils, sweeteners, purity cues, and how clearly a label communicates what is in the product. The Food Integrity Score summarizes that formulation and transparency picture on a 0–100 scale. It is not a full nutrient report and it is not a personalized meal plan.
Why processing, ingredients, and transparency matter
Processing level and ingredient quality shape what you are actually eating beyond calories on the label. Additives, industrial oils, and intense sweeteners can change how clean or heavily engineered a product feels, even when the front of pack looks wholesome. Purity and transparency matter because incomplete or marketing-heavy labeling can hide tradeoffs that only show up when the full ingredient list is reviewed carefully.
Who may prioritize Food Integrity
Some people care mainly about Food Integrity because their dietary goals center on formulation rather than macros alone. Examples include checking vegetarian or vegan suitability, preferring simpler ingredient sources, avoiding certain additives or sweeteners, watching oil choices, or preferring less processed options. For those priorities, the Food Integrity Score can be the more practical first read.
How Food Integrity differs from Longevity
Food Integrity is the focused analysis of processing, ingredients, additives, purity, and transparency. Longevity is the broader analysis of nutritional composition, metabolic and dietary characteristics, processing, and ingredient quality together. Favorable nutrition values do not necessarily mean strong Food Integrity: a product can look balanced on macros yet still rely on heavy processing or additives that the Food Integrity analysis flags in more detail.
Why the two analyses overlap—and why to review Longevity too
The analyses overlap intentionally. Food Integrity–related characteristics contribute to Longevity, and Longevity still benefits from the same ingredient-quality lens. They are not competing verdicts; they answer different questions at different depths. Reviewing the Longevity analysis can add information about nutritional composition, metabolic characteristics, and dietary balance that Food Integrity alone does not emphasize. Looking at both usually gives the most complete understanding of tradeoffs.
Common questions about this product
Is Catalina Crunch Keto Friendly Traditional Crunch Protein Snack Mix highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly 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?
Catalina Crunch Keto Friendly Traditional Crunch Protein Snack Mix shows about 5.01g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Catalina Crunch Keto Friendly Traditional Crunch Protein Snack Mix: 2g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include cane sugar, molasses. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Pecans and cashews provide whole-food fats; Good fiber (about 5g per serving); Solid protein for a snack (7g).
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Caramel color and fiber/starch blends signal processing; Sunflower/coconut oil blend included; Sodium moderate (about 220mg).
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.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- 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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