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Great Value Four Cheese Topped With Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, White Cheddar, Provolone And Paroma Cheese Thin & Crispy Crust Pizza, Four Cheese: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Great Value four cheese topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, white cheddar, provolone and paroma cheese thin & crispy crust pizza, four cheese received a Food Integrity Score of 72 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects moderately processed and moderate additive load. This pizza leans towards the processed side due to palm oil, xanthan gum, and soybean oil. While it contains real cheeses and a straightforward crust, the inclusion of refined and industrial oils suggests occasional consumption rather than regular. It's a ready-to-eat option with a few processed edges. Main considerations include refined oils, xanthan gum, and anti-caking agents. Simpler options: Opt for homemade pizza with whole grain crust; use fresh mozzarella as a topping alternative.
Food Integrity Score 72/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: High
What to watch?
- Refined oils
- Xanthan gum
- Anti-caking agents
Simpler options to consider
- Opt for homemade pizza with whole grain crust
- Use fresh mozzarella as a topping alternative
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Four Cheese Topped With Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, White Cheddar, Provolone And Paroma Cheese Thin & Crispy Crust Pizza, Four Cheese
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Prepared Meals (source: Pizza)
- GTIN / UPC
00194346134717- Serving size
- 160 GRM (1/3 pizza)
- 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
Four Cheese Topped With Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, White Cheddar, Provolone And Paroma Cheese Thin & Crispy Crust Pizza, Four Cheese
Great Value
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
Palm oil, xanthan gum, and soybean oil signal higher processing concerns.
Consider This
Xanthan gum and palm oil often appear in ultra-processed foods.
Good Substitutes
Consider a homemade pizza with simple ingredients like fresh mozzarella and whole grain crust.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThis pizza leans towards the processed side due to palm oil, xanthan gum, and soybean oil. While it contains real cheeses and a straightforward crust, the inclusion of refined and industrial oils suggests occasional consumption rather than regular. It's a ready-to-eat option with a few processed edges.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Refined oils
- Xanthan gum
- Anti-caking agents
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- CRUST — Refined oils
- SAUCE — Xanthan gum as additive
- PARMESAN AND ROMANO CHEESE BLEND — Anti-caking agents
Highest concern ingredients
- CRUST (6/10) — Refined flour and oils increase processing concern.
- SAUCE (5/10) — Contains xanthan gum and refined oil.
Better choice tips
- Opt for homemade pizza with whole grain crust.
- Use fresh mozzarella as a topping alternative.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
CRUST (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, ENZYME], WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SUGAR, PALM OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SEMOLINA [WHEAT], SALT, BAKING POWDER [CORN STARCH, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE AND/OR SODIUM ALUMINUM SULFATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE] CULTURED WHEY, WHEY, YEAST, VINEGAR, SOY LECITHIN, CANOLA OIL, WHEAT FLOUR, ASCORBIC ACID, ENZYMES), LOW-MOISTURE WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SAUCE (WATER, TOMATO CONCENTRATE, SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SPICES, BASIL, SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, CITRIC ACID, DEHYDRATED ONION, XANTHAN GUM, GARLIC POWDER), PROVOLONE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), PARMESAN AND ROMANO CHEESE BLEND (PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, RENNET], ROMANO CHEESE MADE WITH COW'S MILK [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, RENNET], POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING], SALT), OREGANO, GRANULATED GARLIC, BASIL.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
CRUST (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, ENZYME], WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SUGAR, PALM OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SEMOLINA [WHEAT], SALT, BAKING POWDER [CORN STARCH, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE AND/OR SODIUM ALUMINUM SULFATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE] CULTURED WHEY, WHEY, YEAST, VINEGAR, SOY LECITHIN, CANOLA OIL, WHEAT FLOUR, ASCORBIC ACID, ENZYMES)Concern 6/10 — Moderate concernProcessed ingredientWatchlist
What this is
Processed ingredient
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Soybean and palm oils are highly processed.
Additional note
Refined flour and oils increase processing concern.
Family watchlist
Refined oils
SAUCE (WATER, TOMATO CONCENTRATE, SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SPICES, BASIL, SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, CITRIC ACID, DEHYDRATED ONION, XANTHAN GUM, GARLIC POWDER)Concern 5/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Xanthan gum serves as a thickening agent.
Additional note
Contains xanthan gum and refined oil.
Family watchlist
Xanthan gum as additive
PARMESAN AND ROMANO CHEESE BLEND (PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, RENNET], ROMANO CHEESE MADE WITH COW'S MILK [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, RENNET], POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING], SALT)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernProcessed cheese blendWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Processed cheese blend
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Powdered cellulose as anti-caking agent.
Additional note
Anti-caking agent noted.
Family watchlist
Anti-caking agents
LOW-MOISTURE WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES)Concern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Cheese is less processed than other ingredients.
Additional note
Category-normal processing for cheese.
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PROVOLONE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES)Concern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Cheese is minimally processed.
Additional note
Typical cheese processing.
WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES)Concern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Cheese is less processed.
Additional note
Regular cheese processing.
OREGANOConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Common culinary herb.
Additional note
No concern; typical seasoning.
GRANULATED GARLICConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Used commonly as seasoning.
Additional note
Common seasoning ingredient.
BASILConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Typical seasoning herb.
Additional note
Common culinary herb.
This score is not a medical safety rating. 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
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "cheese". 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: Protein ingredients (Mentions "whey". 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: Protein ingredients (Mentions "whey". See ingredients for details.)
Workout Recovery
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "whey". See ingredients for details.)
Strength & Protein Focus
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "whey". 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 "onion", "tomato". 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", "cheese", "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", "cheese", "whey". 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", "wheat flour", "corn starch". See ingredients for details.)
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", "wheat flour", "corn starch". 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", "semolina". 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 (CRUST)
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 (CRUST)
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 (CRUST)
Mediterranean-Style Eating
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
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.
Healthy Fat Focus
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Spike Stability
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, 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.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, 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 Four Cheese Topped With Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, White Cheddar, Provolone And Paroma Cheese Thin & Crispy Crust Pizza, Four Cheese 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 Four Cheese Topped With Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, White Cheddar, Provolone And Paroma Cheese Thin & Crispy Crust Pizza, Four Cheese shows about 1.92g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Four Cheese Topped With Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, White Cheddar, Provolone And Paroma Cheese Thin & Crispy Crust Pizza, Four Cheese: 4.99g total 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: Good protein content; Contains cheeses.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High saturated fat; Refined flour crust.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same prepared meals 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
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