Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Ice Cream: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Great Value ice cream received a Food Integrity Score of 66 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects highly processed and high additive load. This ice cream contains both natural ingredients, like milk and buttermilk, and processed additives such as gums and triacetin. It is moderately processed, leaning towards a factory-formulated profile due to these additives. Eating such products occasionally can be okay, but looking for simpler alternatives can be a better choice. Main considerations include synthetic additives, vague ingredients, and sweeteners. Opt for ice cream with fewer gums and additives.
Food Integrity Score 66/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Low
What to watch?
- Synthetic additives
- Vague ingredients
- Sweeteners
Simpler options to consider
- Opt for ice cream with fewer gums and additives
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Ice Cream
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Dairy (source: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742031880- Serving size
- 65 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
Ice Cream
Great Value
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
Contains triacetin and caramel color, which are processed additives.
Consider This
The presence of mono and diglycerides along with emulsifying gums suggests factory formulation.
Good Substitutes
Try ice cream made with fewer emulsifiers and just basic dairy and sweeteners.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThis ice cream contains both natural ingredients, like milk and buttermilk, and processed additives such as gums and triacetin. It is moderately processed, leaning towards a factory-formulated profile due to these additives. Eating such products occasionally can be okay, but looking for simpler alternatives can be a better choice.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Synthetic additives
- Vague ingredients
- Sweeteners
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- CORN SYRUP — Refined sugar alternative
- NATURAL FLAVORS — Vague; lacks transparency
- CARAMEL COLOR (SULFITE) — Artificial color
- TRIACETIN — Synthetic additive
- CARRAGEENAN — Potential digestive concern
Highest concern ingredients
- TRIACETIN (7/10) — Synthetic additive
- CARAMEL COLOR (SULFITE) (8/10) — Artificial color
- MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES (5/10) — Emulsifier
Better choice tips
- Opt for ice cream with fewer gums and additives.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
MILK, CREAM, SUGAR, BUTTERMILK, WHEY, SKIM MILK, CORN SYRUP, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF NATURAL FLAVORS, TRIACETIN, TANNIC ACID, CARAMEL COLOR (SULFITE), CAROB BEAN GUM, GUAR GUM, CARRAGEENAN, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, CELLULOSE, GEL, CELLULOSE GUM.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
CARAMEL COLOR (SULFITE)Concern 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 that often involves processing
Family watchlist
Artificial color
TRIACETINConcern 7/10 — Higher concernAdditiveWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Industrial processing agent for flavors
Additional note
Flavor carrier
Family watchlist
Synthetic additive
CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF NATURAL FLAVORSConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Vague ingredient that can include various additives
Additional note
Broad ingredient term
Family watchlist
Vague; lacks transparency
CORN SYRUPConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds sweetness, highly refined source
Additional note
Refined sweetener
Family watchlist
Refined sugar alternative
View all 18 ingredient assessments
CARRAGEENANConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Thickener and stabilizer derived from seaweed
Additional note
Thickening agent
Family watchlist
Potential digestive concern
MONO AND DIGLYCERIDESConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Helps mix ingredients
TANNIC ACIDConcern 4/10 — Mild concernPreservativeAdditive
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used for flavor and shelf life
GELConcern 4/10 — Mild concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Vague input, unclear source
Additional note
Broad ingredient term
Family watchlist
Vague; lacks transparency
WHEYConcern 3/10 — Mild concernProtein source
What this is
Protein source
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Derived from milk; adds protein.
Additional note
Refined dairy product
CAROB BEAN GUMConcern 3/10 — Mild concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Used for texture, natural gum
Additional note
Thickening agent
GUAR GUMConcern 3/10 — Mild concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Used for texture, natural gum
Additional note
Thickening agent
CELLULOSEConcern 3/10 — Mild concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Adds texture, acts as a filler
Additional note
Anti-caking agent
CELLULOSE GUMConcern 3/10 — Mild concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used for texture
Additional note
Thickening agent
SUGARConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Used for sweetness; expect in ice cream
Additional note
Common sweetener
MILKConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple, recognizable dairy product
Additional note
Basic dairy ingredient
CREAMConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Rich, essential component of ice cream
Additional note
Basic dairy ingredient
BUTTERMILKConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Traditional ice cream ingredient
Additional note
Cultured dairy
SKIM MILKConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Low-fat milk source
Additional note
Basic dairy component
This is not a medical safety rating. It estimates ingredient simplicity and processing integrity. 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 "milk", "cream", "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", "cream", "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 "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", "bean". 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.
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 Ice Cream 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 Ice Cream shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Ice Cream: 14g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include 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 milk and cream; Moderate protein content.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High in added sugar; Contains corn syrup; Includes artificial color.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same dairy 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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