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Dave's Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains And Seeds Organic Bread: Food Integrity analysis

Updated 2026-07-31 · Dave's Killer Bread

Quick answer

High integrity

Dave's Killer Bread 21 whole grains and seeds organic bread received a Food Integrity Score of 92 out of 100 (high integrity). This reflects minimal processing and low additive load. This bread appears to be a wholesome choice from an ingredient-list perspective. The ingredient list features mostly whole foods and organic grains, staying true to minimal processing. The only slight concerns come from organic dried cane syrup and organic wheat gluten, which are refined elements. Overall, it balances nutrition and integrity well, with a relatively straightforward ingredient list. Main considerations include organic dried cane syrup and organic wheat gluten. Simpler options: Seek breads with fewer added sweeteners; choose simple ingredient lists for daily bread.

Food Integrity Score 92/100

What stood out on the label?

  • Minimal processing
  • Low additive load
  • Transparency: High

What to watch?

  • Organic dried cane syrup
  • Organic wheat gluten

Simpler options to consider

  • Seek breads with fewer added sweeteners
  • Choose simple ingredient lists for daily bread

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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Dave's Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains And Seeds Organic Bread
Category
Bakery & Bread (source: Breads & Buns)
GTIN / UPC
00013764027053
Serving size
45 GRM (1 SLICE)
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Food Quality Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

Food Integrity results

21 Whole Grains And Seeds Organic Bread

Dave's Killer Bread

High integrity

Warning Signs

Organic dried cane syrup might raise some concerns for sugar-sensitive consumers.

Consider This

Organic wheat gluten is often used in bread but it may worry some due to its refined nature.

Good Substitutes

Consider simpler breads with just basic flour, water, yeast, and salt.

Overall Assessment

High integrity

This bread appears to be a wholesome choice from an ingredient-list perspective. The ingredient list features mostly whole foods and organic grains, staying true to minimal processing. The only slight concerns come from organic dried cane syrup and organic wheat gluten, which are refined elements. Overall, it balances nutrition and integrity well, with a relatively straightforward ingredient list.

Key Highlights

Higher Concern Ingredient Count0

What stood out

  • Organic dried cane syrup
  • Organic wheat gluten

Family Watchlist

Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.

  • Organic wheat gluten — Common allergen concern for some consumers

Highest concern ingredients

  • ORGANIC DRIED CANE SYRUP (SUGAR) (3/10) — Adds sweetness, processed.
  • ORGANIC WHEAT GLUTEN (4/10) — Common allergen concern.

Better choice tips

  • Seek breads with fewer added sweeteners.
  • Choose simple ingredient lists for daily bread.

Ingredients

Ingredient list

ORGANIC WHOLE WHEAT (ORGANIC WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC CRACKED WHOLE WHEAT), WATER, 21 WHOLE GRAINS AND SEEDS MIX (ORGANIC WHOLE FLAX SEEDS, ORGANIC SUNFLOWER SEEDS, ORGANIC GROUND WHOLE FLAX SEEDS, ORGANIC UN-HULLED BROWN SESAME SEEDS, ORGANIC ROLLED OATS, ORGANIC TRITICALE, ORGANIC PUMPKIN SEEDS, ORGANIC UN-HULLED BLACK SESAME SEEDS, ORGANIC ROLLED SPELT, ORGANIC MILLET, ORGANIC ROLLED BARLEY, ORGANIC ROLLED RYE, ORGANIC BLUE CORNMEAL, ORGANIC BROWN RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC YELLOW CORNMEAL, ORGANIC QUINOA, ORGANIC ROLLED KAMUT KHORASAN WHEAT, ORGANIC AMARANTH FLOUR, ORGANIC ROLLED WHOLE WHEAT, ORGANIC BUCKWHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC SORGHUM FLOUR, ORGANIC POPPY SEEDS), ORGANIC DRIED CANE SYRUP (SUGAR), ORGANIC WHEAT GLUTEN, ORGANIC OAT FIBER, ORGANIC MOLASSES, SEA SALT, ORGANIC CULTURED WHOLE WHEAT, YEAST.

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

Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.

  1. ORGANIC WHEAT GLUTENConcern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined proteinWatchlist

    What this is

    Refined protein

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Provides elasticity.

    Additional note

    Protein concentrate from wheat.

    Family watchlist

    Common allergen concern.

  2. ORGANIC DRIED CANE SYRUP (SUGAR)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener

    What this is

    Sweetener

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Contributes sugar.

    Additional note

    Refined sugar; added sweetness.

  3. ORGANIC WHOLE WHEAT (ORGANIC WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC CRACKED WHOLE WHEAT)Concern 1/10 — Very low concernWhole grain

    What this is

    Whole grain

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Main ingredient, traditional use.

    Additional note

    Main ingredient, category-normal processing.

  4. 21 WHOLE GRAINS AND SEEDS MIX (ORGANIC WHOLE FLAX SEEDS, ORGANIC SUNFLOWER SEEDS, ORGANIC GROUND WHOLE FLAX SEEDS, ORGANIC UN-HULLED BROWN SESAME SEEDS, ORGANIC ROLLED OATS, ORGANIC TRITICALE, ORGANIC PUMPKIN SEEDS, ORGANIC UN-HULLED BLACK SESAME SEEDS, ORGANIC ROLLED SPELT, ORGANIC MILLET, ORGANIC ROLLED BARLEY, ORGANIC ROLLED RYE, ORGANIC BLUE CORNMEAL, ORGANIC BROWN RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC YELLOW CORNMEAL, ORGANIC QUINOA, ORGANIC ROLLED KAMUT KHORASAN WHEAT, ORGANIC AMARANTH FLOUR, ORGANIC ROLLED WHOLE WHEAT, ORGANIC BUCKWHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC SORGHUM FLOUR, ORGANIC POPPY SEEDS)Concern 1/10 — Very low concernWhole grain

    What this is

    Whole grain

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Diverse whole grain mix.

    Additional note

    Variety of whole grains and seeds.

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  1. ORGANIC OAT FIBERConcern 1/10 — Very low concernFiber

    What this is

    Fiber

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Adds fiber.

    Additional note

    Part of whole oats.

  2. ORGANIC MOLASSESConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSweetener

    What this is

    Sweetener

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Natural sweetener.

    Additional note

    Adds flavor and color.

  3. SEA SALTConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Why it matters

    Enhances flavor.

    Additional note

    Basic seasoning.

  4. ORGANIC CULTURED WHOLE WHEATConcern 1/10 — Very low concernWhole grain

    What this is

    Whole grain

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Preserves and flavors naturally.

    Additional note

    Natural fermentation product.

  5. YEASTConcern 1/10 — Very low concernLeavening agent

    What this is

    Leavening agent

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Why it matters

    Rises bread dough.

    Additional note

    Leavening agent.

  6. WATERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Why it matters

    Required for dough.

    Additional note

    Essential ingredient.

This scoring does not reflect exact health safety but rather focuses on food integrity and ingredient quality. 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.

  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic wheat gluten)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic wheat gluten)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

    See more for this goal

  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic wheat gluten)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

    See more for this goal

  • Athletic Fueling

    Mixed

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic wheat gluten)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

    See more for this goal

  • Workout Recovery

    Mixed

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic wheat gluten)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

    See more for this goal

  • Strength & Protein Focus

    Mixed

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Family watchlist items (Organic wheat gluten)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

    See more for this goal

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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 Dave's Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains And Seeds Organic Bread highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Minimal processing. 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?

Dave's Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains And Seeds Organic Bread shows about 5g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Dave's Killer Bread 21 Whole Grains And Seeds Organic Bread: 5g total sugar per serving; sweetener signals include molasses, dried cane syrup. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: High whole grains; Good fiber content; Low saturated fat.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Contains added sugar; Moderate sodium level.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

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

Source data and Food Quality Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Food Quality 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.

Sources, citations & safety

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