Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Fruit Cocktail In Heavy Syrup, Heavy Syrup: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value fruit cocktail in heavy syrup, heavy syrup received a Food Integrity Score of 49 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This fruit cocktail reads more like a processed food than a simple fruit mix. The presence of corn syrup and artificially colored cherries dominates the ingredient list, suggesting processed inputs. Enjoy it occasionally as a sweet treat, but opt for natural alternatives when possible. Main considerations include artificial coloring and refined sweeteners. Choose fresh fruit with natural syrup.
Food Integrity Score 49/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: High
What to watch?
- Artificial coloring
- Refined sweeteners
Simpler options to consider
- Choose fresh fruit with natural syrup
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Fruit Cocktail In Heavy Syrup, Heavy Syrup
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Produce (source: Canned Fruit)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742369587- Serving size
- 128 g (0.5 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
Fruit Cocktail In Heavy Syrup, Heavy Syrup
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Watch for corn syrup and halved cherries with artificial coloring.
Consider This
Corn syrup and artificial color in cherries mimic factory formulations.
Good Substitutes
Opt for fresh fruit salads with real fruit juices.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis fruit cocktail reads more like a processed food than a simple fruit mix. The presence of corn syrup and artificially colored cherries dominates the ingredient list, suggesting processed inputs. Enjoy it occasionally as a sweet treat, but opt for natural alternatives when possible.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Artificial coloring
- Refined sweeteners
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- CORN SYRUP — Refined sweetener
- HALVED CHERRIES ARTIFICIALLY COLORED RED WITH CARMINE — Artificial color
Highest concern ingredients
- CORN SYRUP (5/10) — Refined sweetener
- HALVED CHERRIES ARTIFICIALLY COLORED RED WITH CARMINE (7/10) — Artificial color
Better choice tips
- Choose fresh fruit with natural syrup
Ingredients
Ingredient list
DICED PEACHES, DICED, PEARS, WATER, GRAPES, CORN SYRUP, PINEAPPLE SECTORS, HALVED CHERRIES ARTIFICIALLY COLORED RED WITH CARMINE, SUGAR.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
HALVED CHERRIES ARTIFICIALLY COLORED RED WITH CARMINEConcern 7/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Uses artificial colors.
Additional note
Artificially colored
Family watchlist
Artificial color
CORN SYRUPConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds artificial sweetness.
Additional note
Refined sweetener
SUGARConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar for sweetness.
Additional note
Common sweetener
DICED PEACHESConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernFruit
What this is
Fruit
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple, whole fruit.
Additional note
Recognizable fruit
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DICED, PEARSConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernFruit
What this is
Fruit
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple, whole fruit.
Additional note
Recognizable fruit
WATERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernLiquid
What this is
Liquid
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Essential liquid.
Additional note
Essential ingredient
GRAPESConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernFruit
What this is
Fruit
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple fruit component.
Additional note
Recognizable fruit
PINEAPPLE SECTORSConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernFruit
What this is
Fruit
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple, whole fruit.
Additional note
Recognizable fruit
This score is an estimation of food integrity and 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.
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)
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: 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 on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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.)
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 "carmine". 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 "carmine". 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 "corn syrup", "sugar", "syrup". 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 "corn syrup", "sugar", "syrup". 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 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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
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 "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.
Vegetarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, 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 Fruit Cocktail In Heavy Syrup, Heavy Syrup 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 Fruit Cocktail In Heavy Syrup, Heavy Syrup shows about 1.02g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Fruit Cocktail In Heavy Syrup, Heavy Syrup: 18g total sugar per serving; sweetener signals include sugar, corn syrup. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains some fruit; Low sodium.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High in added sugar; Artificial color in cherries.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same produce 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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