Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Fruit Discs Flavored Hard Candy, Fruit Discs: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value fruit discs flavored hard candy, fruit discs received a Food Integrity Score of 45 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects moderately processed and high additive load. This product features several additives, including artificial colors and flavors, which suggest a highly processed item. Consuming such factory-formulated foods occasionally is wise considering their reliance on color and flavor engineering. Opting for whole foods with straightforward ingredient lists is advisable for regular eating habits. Main considerations include additives, colors, and flavors. Opt for candy made from whole fruit or natural sweeteners.
Food Integrity Score 45/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Very low
What to watch?
- Additives
- Colors
- Flavors
Simpler options to consider
- Opt for candy made from whole fruit or natural sweeteners
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Fruit Discs Flavored Hard Candy, Fruit Discs
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Sweets & Desserts (source: Candy)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742050775- Serving size
- 16 g (3 PIECES)
- 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 Discs Flavored Hard Candy, Fruit Discs
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Red 40 is a known artificial color that often raises eyebrows.
Consider This
Both natural and artificial flavors point to factory-formulated origins.
Good Substitutes
Snack on fruit or homemade sweets for cleaner, simpler ingredients.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis product features several additives, including artificial colors and flavors, which suggest a highly processed item. Consuming such factory-formulated foods occasionally is wise considering their reliance on color and flavor engineering. Opting for whole foods with straightforward ingredient lists is advisable for regular eating habits.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Additives
- Colors
- Flavors
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS — Contains artificial flavors
- YELLOW 6 — Artificial color
- RED 40 — Artificial color
- YELLOW 5 — Artificial color
- BLUE 1 — Artificial color
Highest concern ingredients
- NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS (7/10) — Complex blend with artificial elements.
- YELLOW 6 (8/10) — Artificial color that boosts appearance.
- RED 40 (8/10) — Common artificial dye.
Better choice tips
- Opt for candy made from whole fruit or natural sweeteners.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, YELLOW 6, RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
YELLOW 6Concern 8/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Color additive; affects perceived consistency.
Additional note
Synthetic color
Family watchlist
Artificial color
RED 40Concern 8/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Sugary and highly processed.
Additional note
Involves color engineering
Family watchlist
Artificial color
YELLOW 5Concern 8/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Affects appearance and marketability.
Additional note
Artificial dye
Family watchlist
Artificial color
BLUE 1Concern 8/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Synthetic color to appeal visually.
Additional note
Artificial dye
Family watchlist
Artificial color
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NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORSConcern 7/10 — Higher concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Unclear what exact ingredients are used.
Additional note
Vague blend
Family watchlist
Contains artificial flavors
CORN SYRUPConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
A refined, processed sugar alternative.
Additional note
Highly processed sugar
SUGARConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar contributes to processing concerns.
Additional note
Refined cane sugar
CITRIC ACIDConcern 2/10 — Very low concernAdditiveAdditive
What this is
Additive
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used mainly as a preservative agent.
Additional note
Common acidulant
This assessment is not a medical safety rating but an ingredient integrity analysis. 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.)
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 additive load (High additive load)
This product has 2 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 additive load (High additive load)
This product has 2 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 additive load (High additive load)
This product has 2 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 "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.
Vegan
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Plant-Based
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, 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 Discs Flavored Hard Candy, Fruit Discs 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 Fruit Discs Flavored Hard Candy, Fruit Discs shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Fruit Discs Flavored Hard Candy, Fruit Discs: 10g 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: No saturated fat; Zero sodium.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High in sugar; Artificial colors present; Contains corn syrup.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same sweets & desserts 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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