Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Country Gravy Mix, Country: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value country gravy mix, country received a Food Integrity Score of 51 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects moderately processed and moderate additive load. This country gravy mix appears to be highly processed with a range of additives and refined oils. It's best enjoyed occasionally due to the presence of texture and flavor-enhancing ingredients. For those seeking a simpler option, look for gravy with fewer artificial inputs. Main considerations include processing, additive load, and family watchlist. Simpler options: Swap for fewer oils; choose simpler spice blends.
Food Integrity Score 51/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Processing
- Additive load
- Family Watchlist
Simpler options to consider
- Swap for fewer oils
- Choose simpler spice blends
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Country Gravy Mix, Country
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Gravy Mix
- GTIN / UPC
00078742158068- Serving size
- 9 g (1 Tbsp. dry mix)
- 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
Country Gravy Mix, Country
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Includes highly processed ingredients like palm oil and corn syrup solids.
Consider This
Watch out for additives such as mono- and diglycerides used in this mix.
Good Substitutes
Opt for gravy mixes with fewer oils and simple spices.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis country gravy mix appears to be highly processed with a range of additives and refined oils. It's best enjoyed occasionally due to the presence of texture and flavor-enhancing ingredients. For those seeking a simpler option, look for gravy with fewer artificial inputs.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Processing
- Additive load
- Family Watchlist
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- PALM OIL — Refined oils
- CORN SYRUP SOLIDS — Refined sweeteners
- SPICES — Vague ingredients
- NATURAL FLAVORS — Vague ingredients
- MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES — Emulsifiers
Highest concern ingredients
- PALM OIL (6/10) — Refined oil with high processing concerns.
- MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES (6/10) — Emulsifier with strong processing signals.
Better choice tips
- Swap for fewer oils
- Choose simpler spice blends
Ingredients
Ingredient list
FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, WHEAT FLOUR, PALM OIL, SALT, WHEY, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, DEXTROSE, BUTTERMILK, SUNFLOWER OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2%: CHICKEN MEAT, CHICKEN FAT, GROUND PORK, DRY PORK STOCK, SPICES, SUGAR, GARLIC, SOY FLOUR, TURMERIC (COLOR), NATURAL FLAVORS, YEAST EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN AND WHEAT GLUTEN, SOY LECITHIN, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM CASEINATE, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DISODIUM INOSINATE.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
PALM OILConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Contributes to texture in processed foods.
Additional note
Refined oil used for texture
Family watchlist
Refined oils
MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDESConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Prevents ingredient separation.
Family watchlist
Emulsifiers
FOOD STARCH-MODIFIEDConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Thickens and stabilizes products.
Additional note
Used as a thickener
CORN SYRUP SOLIDSConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Provides sweetness and bulk.
Additional note
Sweetener and thickener
Family watchlist
Refined sweeteners
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SUNFLOWER OILConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Common refined oil used for cooking.
Family watchlist
Refined oils
HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN AND WHEAT GLUTENConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernTexturizer
What this is
Texturizer
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Enhances flavor intensity.
Additional note
Protein isolate
DISODIUM GUANYLATEConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernFlavor enhancerAdditive
What this is
Flavor enhancer
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Intensifies flavor taste.
DISODIUM INOSINATEConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernFlavor enhancerAdditive
What this is
Flavor enhancer
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Boosts savory flavor.
YEAST EXTRACTConcern 4/10 — Mild concernFlavor enhancer
What this is
Flavor enhancer
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds umami taste to foods.
WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATEConcern 4/10 — Mild concernProtein component
What this is
Protein component
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Adds concentrated protein.
Additional note
Protein supplement
WHEYConcern 3/10 — Mild concernDairy protein
What this is
Dairy protein
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Adds protein and flavor.
DRY PORK STOCKConcern 3/10 — Mild concernFlavor base
What this is
Flavor base
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Provides rich meat flavor.
Additional note
Flavoring base
NATURAL FLAVORSConcern 3/10 — Mild concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Provides flavor without specifics.
Additional note
Undefined flavors
Family watchlist
Vague ingredients
SOY LECITHINConcern 3/10 — Mild concernEmulsifierAdditive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Helps combine ingredients.
SODIUM CASEINATEConcern 3/10 — Mild concernStabilizerAdditive
What this is
Stabilizer
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used in food enrichment.
Additional note
Protein stabilizer
WHEAT FLOURConcern 2/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Basic carbohydrate source.
Additional note
Basic flour
DEXTROSEConcern 2/10 — Very low concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Provides sweetness.
Additional note
Simple sugar
Family watchlist
Refined sweeteners
BUTTERMILKConcern 2/10 — Very low concernDairy product
What this is
Dairy product
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds creaminess and flavor.
Additional note
Dairy ingredient
SOY FLOURConcern 2/10 — Very low concernProtein component
What this is
Protein component
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds protein and texture.
Additional note
Common flour
CHICKEN FATConcern 1/10 — Very low concernFlavor enhancer
What this is
Flavor enhancer
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Adds rich flavors.
SUGARConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Basic sweetness and flavor.
Additional note
Common sweetener
SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Common seasoning.
Additional note
Simple seasoning
CONTAINS LESS THAN 2%: CHICKEN MEATConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernMeat
What this is
Meat
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Real meat presence.
Additional note
Minimal concentration
GROUND PORKConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernMeat
What this is
Meat
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Source of protein flavor.
Additional note
Whole protein
SPICESConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Adds flavor, but not specific.
Additional note
Vague ingredients
GARLICConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Natural seasoning.
Additional note
Flavor
TURMERIC (COLOR)Concern 0/10 — No meaningful concernColor additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Natural color imparting spice.
Additional note
Coloring agent
This score reflects the relative transparency and simplicity of the food label ingredients but is not a safety assessment or medical guidance. 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 on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
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 on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
Vegetarian
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Meat/seafood ingredients (Mentions "pork", "chicken", "meat". 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 "pork", "chicken", "meat". 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 "pork", "chicken", "meat". See ingredients for details.)
Pescatarian
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Land-meat ingredients (Mentions "pork", "chicken". See ingredients for details.)
Low Gluten Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Gluten-related ingredients (Mentions "wheat", "gluten". 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: Family watchlist items (PALM OIL)
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: Family watchlist items (PALM OIL)
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: Family watchlist items (PALM OIL)
This product has 1 additional signal 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 "wheat", "flour", "corn". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals 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.
GLP-1 Eating Support
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, 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.
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.
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 Country Gravy Mix, Country highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Moderately 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 Country Gravy Mix, Country shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Country Gravy Mix, Country: 1g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Corn Syrup Solids, Dextrose. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains protein; Has some spices.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Refined starches; Additives present; Contains palm oil.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same gravy mix 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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