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Great Value Berry Crunch Berry Flavored Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal, Berry Crunch: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value berry crunch berry flavored sweetened corn & oat cereal, berry crunch received a Food Integrity Score of 43 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and high additive load. This cereal presents an ultra-processed profile with its combination of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives. Consumed occasionally, it might satisfy a craving, but it lacks the simplicity of more homemade-style cereals. Several additives push this further from whole-food integrity, making it a product to enjoy less frequently. Main considerations include artificial additives, refined sweeteners, and vague flavors. A simpler option to consider is homemade cereal with oats.
Food Integrity Score 43/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Artificial additives
- Refined sweeteners
- Vague flavors
Simpler options to consider
- Homemade cereal with oats
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Berry Crunch Berry Flavored Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal, Berry Crunch
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Breakfast & Cereal (source: Cereal)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742085890- Serving size
- 26 g (0.75 cup)
- 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
Berry Crunch Berry Flavored Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal, Berry Crunch
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Artificial colors like Red 40 and Yellow 5 may concern those avoiding additives.
Consider This
Natural and artificial flavors here suggest an ultra-processed profile.
Good Substitutes
Try a homemade granola with oats, honey, and nuts for a simple alternative.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis cereal presents an ultra-processed profile with its combination of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives. Consumed occasionally, it might satisfy a craving, but it lacks the simplicity of more homemade-style cereals. Several additives push this further from whole-food integrity, making it a product to enjoy less frequently.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Artificial additives
- Refined sweeteners
- Vague flavors
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- CANOLA OIL — Refined seed oil
- COLOR (YELLOW 5 AND 6, RED 40, BLUE 1 AND 2) — Artificial color
- BHT ADDED TO PACKAGING TO HELP PRESERVE FRESHNESS. — Controversial additive
Highest concern ingredients
- NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS (7/10) — Vague ingredient with artificial components.
- COLOR (YELLOW 5 AND 6, RED 40, BLUE 1 AND 2) (8/10) — Artificial color.
- BHT ADDED TO PACKAGING TO HELP PRESERVE FRESHNESS. (7/10) — Controversial additive.
Better choice tips
- Homemade cereal with oats
Ingredients
Ingredient list
YELLOW CORN FLOUR, SUGAR, WHOLE OAT FLOUR, BROWN SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, CANOLA OIL, CORN SYRUP, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE, ASCORBIC ACID), IRON (FERROUS FUMARATE), VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), COLOR (YELLOW 5 AND 6, RED 40, BLUE 1 AND 2), PRESERVATIVE (TOCOPHEROLS), NIACINAMIDE, VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE MONONITRATE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN D (CHOLECALCIFEROL), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), FOLIC ACID. BHT ADDED TO PACKAGING TO HELP PRESERVE FRESHNESS.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
COLOR (YELLOW 5 AND 6, RED 40, BLUE 1 AND 2)Concern 8/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Adds artificial colors
Additional note
Synthetic dyes
Family watchlist
Artificial color
NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORSConcern 7/10 — Higher concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Adds unspecified flavors
Additional note
Vague flavoring
BHT ADDED TO PACKAGING TO HELP PRESERVE FRESHNESS.Concern 7/10 — Higher concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Preserves packaging standards
Additional note
Packaging antioxidant
Family watchlist
Controversial additive
CANOLA OILConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Used to add fat content
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil
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CORN SYRUPConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Acts as a sweetening agent
Additional note
Sugar-based sweetener
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
SUGARConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds significant sweetness
Additional note
Common sweetener
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
PRESERVATIVE (TOCOPHEROLS)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernPreservativeAdditive · Vague label term
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Prevents spoilage
Additional note
Synthetic preservative
BROWN SUGARConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds sweetness and moisture
Additional note
Refined sugar form
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE, ASCORBIC ACID)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin additive
IRON (FERROUS FUMARATE)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernMineralAdditive
What this is
Mineral
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Iron additive
YELLOW CORN FLOURConcern 2/10 — Very low concernSimple grain
What this is
Simple grain
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Provides a base for the cereal
Additional note
A refined flour
VITAMIN A (PALMITATE)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin additive
NIACINAMIDEConcern 2/10 — Very low concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin B3
VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE MONONITRATE)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin additive
VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin additive
VITAMIN D (CHOLECALCIFEROL)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin additive
VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin additive
FOLIC ACIDConcern 2/10 — Very low concernVitaminAdditive
What this is
Vitamin
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Why it matters
Fortifies product
Additional note
Vitamin B9
WHOLE OAT FLOURConcern 1/10 — Very low concernWhole grain
What this is
Whole grain
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Maintains fiber content
Additional note
Whole grain flour
SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSeasoning
What this is
Seasoning
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Enhances flavor
Additional note
Common seasoning
This score reflects ingredient integrity, not safety or health. 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
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "corn syrup". See ingredients for details.)
GLP-1 Eating Support
Watch-outsMetabolic 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", "syrup", "corn syrup". See ingredients for details.)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "corn syrup". See ingredients for details.)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "corn syrup". 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 "oat". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "oat". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "oat". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "corn syrup", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Keto-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "corn syrup", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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 3 additional signals 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 3 additional signals 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 3 additional signals for this goal.
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", "oat", "corn". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Athletic Fueling
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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 Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Healthy Fat Focus
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, 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 Great Value Berry Crunch Berry Flavored Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal, Berry Crunch 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?
Great Value Berry Crunch Berry Flavored Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal, Berry Crunch shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Berry Crunch Berry Flavored Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal, Berry Crunch: 12g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include sugar, brown sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains whole oat flour; Low in saturated fat.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High sugar content; Artificial colors present; Low fiber content.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same breakfast & cereal differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Food Quality Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Food Quality 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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