Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Gummy Bears Flavored Candy, Gummy Bears: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value gummy bears flavored candy, gummy bears received a Food Integrity Score of 34 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and high additive load. The list of ingredients suggests a product that is highly processed, with a reliance on artificial colors, such as Red 40, and refined sugars, like corn syrup and sugar. The use of artificial flavors further diminishes the food's natural appeal. For those seeking simpler options, this product might be best consumed occasionally. Main considerations include artificial colors, refined sugars, and vague flavor systems. Simpler options: Look for candies with natural colors; opt for gummy candies with simple ingredients.
Food Integrity Score 34/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Low
What to watch?
- Artificial colors
- Refined sugars
- Vague flavor systems
Simpler options to consider
- Look for candies with natural colors
- Opt for gummy candies with simple ingredients
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Gummy Bears Flavored Candy, Gummy Bears
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Sweets & Desserts (source: Candy)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742043937- Serving size
- 39 g (15 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
Gummy Bears Flavored Candy, Gummy Bears
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Artificial colors like Red 40 could be a concern for some users.
Consider This
This product includes refined sugar and syrup, often linked to processed foods.
Good Substitutes
Opt for gummy candies made with fruit puree and natural colors for a less processed option.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThe list of ingredients suggests a product that is highly processed, with a reliance on artificial colors, such as Red 40, and refined sugars, like corn syrup and sugar. The use of artificial flavors further diminishes the food's natural appeal. For those seeking simpler options, this product might be best consumed occasionally.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Artificial colors
- Refined sugars
- Vague flavor systems
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- GELATIN — Animal derivative
- NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS — Vague artificial blend
- RED 40 — Artificial color
- YELLOW 5 — Artificial color
- BLUE 1 — Artificial color
Highest concern ingredients
- RED 40 (8/10) — Artificial color with debate
- YELLOW 5 (7/10) — Controversial artificial color
- BLUE 1 (7/10) — Controversial artificial color
Better choice tips
- Look for candies with natural colors
- Opt for gummy candies with simple ingredients
Ingredients
Ingredient list
CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, GELATIN, CITRIC ACID, APPLE JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE, SODIUM CITRATE, COCONUT OIL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CARNAUBA WAX, 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.
RED 40Concern 8/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Artificial color with debate
Additional note
Artificial color
YELLOW 5Concern 7/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Controversial artificial color
Additional note
Artificial color
BLUE 1Concern 7/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Controversial artificial color
Additional note
Artificial color
NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORSConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Vague and debated ingredient
Additional note
Vague flavors
Family watchlist
Vague artificial blend
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CORN SYRUPConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Processed sugar linked to empty calories
Additional note
Refined sugar source
Family watchlist
Refined sugar
SUGARConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Significant refined sweetener
Additional note
Refined sugar
GELATINConcern 3/10 — Mild concernGelling agentWatchlist
What this is
Gelling agent
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Animal-derived ingredient, source-sensitive
Additional note
Derived from animal collagen
Family watchlist
Animal derivative
SODIUM CITRATEConcern 3/10 — Mild concernStabilizerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Stabilizer
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used to regulate acidity
Additional note
Buffer agent
Family watchlist
Synthetic ingredient
CITRIC ACIDConcern 2/10 — Very low concernAcidulantAdditive
What this is
Acidulant
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Common food additive
Additional note
Acidulant, preservative role
APPLE JUICE FROM CONCENTRATEConcern 2/10 — Very low concernFruit juice
What this is
Fruit juice
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Used as flavor sweetener
Additional note
Processed fruit juice
CARNAUBA WAXConcern 2/10 — Very low concernCoating agentAdditive
What this is
Coating agent
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Non-nutritional surface agent
Additional note
Used as a coating
COCONUT OILConcern 1/10 — Very low concernFat
What this is
Fat
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Provides fat content
Additional note
Refined oil used
This score does not assess safety. Ingredients were analyzed based on label recognition and category norms only. 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.)
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 "gelatin". 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 "gelatin". 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 "gelatin". 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 3 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 processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 3 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 processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 3 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.
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 Gummy Bears Flavored Candy, Gummy Bears 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 Gummy Bears Flavored Candy, Gummy Bears shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Gummy Bears Flavored Candy, Gummy Bears: 17g added 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 protein.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High added sugar; Artificial colors; Contains additives.
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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