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Is Great Value Butter Flavor Enriched Instant Grits, Butter healthy?
Butter Flavor Enriched Instant Grits, Butter
Longevity Score
50/100
Food Integrity Score
42/100
Limit When PossibleMixed or weaker nutrition and ingredient signals suggest looking for better options when you can.
Quick answer
Limit When Possible
Great Value butter flavor enriched instant grits, butter is rated limit when possible overall, with a Longevity Score of 50 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 42 out of 100. Processed grits with additives and artificial colors. Strengths include moderate sodium and low sugar content, while main considerations include artificial colors, processed ingredients, and partially hydrogenated oils.
Longevity Score 50/100Food Integrity Score 42/100
What helped the score?
- Moderate sodium
- Low sugar content
What held the score back?
- Contains artificial colors
- Processed ingredients
- Partially hydrogenated oils
Ingredients
Ingredient list
SPECIALLY PROCESSED DEGERMINATED WHITE CORN GRITS, DRIED MARGARINE (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, NONFAT MILK, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SALT, SOY LECITHIN, ARTIFCIAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO COLOR), SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL AND PALM OIL, RICE FLOUR, CALCIUM CARBONATE, NATURAL BUTTER FLAVORS, OAT FIBER, SILICON DIOXIDE, SOY LECITHIN, COLOR ADDED (ANNATTO, TURMERIC AND BETA CAROTENE), FERRIC PHOSPHATE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, NIACIN*, BHA AND CITRIC ACID (AS PRESERVATIVES), THIAMINE MONONITRATE*, RIBOFLAVIN*, FOLIC ACID*.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Key nutrition
Per serving: 28 g (1 PACKET)
- Calories1005% DV
- Protein2g4% DV
- Total Carbs21g8% DV
- Fiber1g4% DV
- Total Fat1.5g2% DV
- Saturated Fat0.5g3% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Butter Flavor Enriched Instant Grits, Butter
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Breakfast & Cereal (source: Cereal)
- GTIN / UPC
00605388187253- Serving size
- 28 g (1 PACKET)
- 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
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
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Low fiber (1g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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: Added-sodium ingredients (Mentions "salt". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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: Lower protein (2g)
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: Low sugar (0g)
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: Modest calories per serving (100 kcal)
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Available carbohydrates (21g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Workout Recovery
MixedAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Lower protein (2g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Strength & Protein Focus
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (2g)
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
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". 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". 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: Higher net carbs (20g)
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: Net carbs above typical keto snack range (20g)
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: Common ultra-processed markers (Mentions "maltodextrin", "mono- and diglycerides", "mono and diglycerides". See ingredients for details.)
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: Common ultra-processed markers (Mentions "maltodextrin", "mono- and diglycerides", "mono and diglycerides". See ingredients for details.)
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: Common ultra-processed markers (Mentions "maltodextrin", "mono- and diglycerides", "mono and diglycerides". 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", "oat", "corn". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the available Longevity and 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 available Longevity and 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 available Longevity and 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 available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Common questions about this product
Is Great Value Butter Flavor Enriched Instant Grits, Butter 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?
Great Value Butter Flavor Enriched Instant Grits, Butter shows about 1.01g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Butter Flavor Enriched Instant Grits, Butter: 0g added sugar per serving. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Moderate sodium; Low sugar content.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Contains artificial colors; Processed ingredients; Partially hydrogenated oils.
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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