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Great Value Mint Flavored Creme Filled Twist & Shout Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Mint: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value mint flavored creme filled twist & shout chocolate sandwich cookies, mint received a Food Integrity Score of 50 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and high additive load. The ingredient list suggests this product is heavily processed with multiple additives like artificial colors and flavors that reduce its integrity score. Certain ingredients typically signal ultra-processed foods, making this item a choice for occasional indulgence rather than regular consumption. Main considerations include high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, and artificial flavors. Look for products without artificial colors.
Food Integrity Score 50/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Low
What to watch?
- High fructose corn syrup
- Artificial colors
- Artificial flavors
Simpler options to consider
- Look for products without artificial colors
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Mint Flavored Creme Filled Twist & Shout Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Mint
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Snacks (source: Cookies & Biscuits)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742125985- Serving size
- 29 g (2 COOKIES)
- 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
Mint Flavored Creme Filled Twist & Shout Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Mint
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Contains high concern ingredients like artificial colors and high fructose corn syrup.
Consider This
Includes ingredients like soybean oil and artificial flavors typical in ultra-processed foods.
Good Substitutes
Consider snacks with whole grains and natural sweeteners without color additives.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThe ingredient list suggests this product is heavily processed with multiple additives like artificial colors and flavors that reduce its integrity score. Certain ingredients typically signal ultra-processed foods, making this item a choice for occasional indulgence rather than regular consumption.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- High fructose corn syrup
- Artificial colors
- Artificial flavors
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- PALM AND SOYBEAN OIL — Refined oils.
- HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP — Refined sweetener.
- ARTIFICIAL COLORS (YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE) — Artificial colors.
- SOY LECITHIN (EMULSIFIER) — Emulsifier.
- ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS — Artificial flavors.
Highest concern ingredients
- HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP (6/10) — Highly refined sweetener.
- ARTIFICIAL COLORS (YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE) (8/10) — Known color additives.
- ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS (7/10) — Synthetic flavor inputs.
Better choice tips
- Look for products without artificial colors.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
SUGAR, UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PALM AND SOYBEAN OIL, DEXTROSE, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SALT, CORNSTARCH, SODIUM BICARBONATE (LEAVENING), ARTIFICIAL COLORS (YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE), PEPPERMINT OIL, SOY LECITHIN (EMULSIFIER), CHOCOLATE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
ARTIFICIAL COLORS (YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE)Concern 8/10 — Higher concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Artificial input concern.
Additional note
Color additives.
Family watchlist
Artificial colors.
ARTIFICIAL FLAVORSConcern 7/10 — Higher concernFlavor systemWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Flavor system
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Typically synthetic.
Additional note
Non-specific flavor system.
Family watchlist
Artificial flavors.
HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUPConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined additive load.
Additional note
Highly refined sweetener.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener.
PALM AND SOYBEAN OILConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Impacts processing concern.
Additional note
Refined industrial oils.
Family watchlist
Refined oils.
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SOY LECITHIN (EMULSIFIER)Concern 5/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used for texture and mixing.
Additional note
Common emulsifier.
Family watchlist
Emulsifier.
DEXTROSEConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Adds processing concern.
Additional note
Refined sugar.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener.
SUGARConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Contributes to processing level.
Additional note
Refined sugar.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener.
UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernRefined flourWatchlist
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Processed beyond whole flour.
Additional note
Enriched refined flour.
Family watchlist
Refined ingredient.
CORNSTARCHConcern 3/10 — Mild concernThickenerWatchlist
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Used in texture formula.
Additional note
Refined thickener.
Family watchlist
Ingredient used in processing.
COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernAlkalized cocoa
What this is
Alkalized cocoa
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Increases processing concern.
Additional note
Mild processing with alkali.
SODIUM BICARBONATE (LEAVENING)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernLeavening agentAdditive
What this is
Leavening agent
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Used in baking.
Additional note
Baking leavening agent.
CHOCOLATEConcern 2/10 — Very low concernProcessed chocolate
What this is
Processed chocolate
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Produced in a normal way.
Additional note
Basic processed chocolate.
PEPPERMINT OILConcern 1/10 — Very low concernFlavorant
What this is
Flavorant
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Used for flavor.
Additional note
Flavorant from mint oil.
SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSeasoning
What this is
Seasoning
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Commonly used in foods.
Additional note
Common seasoning.
This score is a guide and not a health assessment. 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", "dextrose". 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", "dextrose". 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", "enriched flour". 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 "flour", "wheat flour", "enriched flour". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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". 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: 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 "wheat", "flour", "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.
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 Mint Flavored Creme Filled Twist & Shout Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Mint 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 Mint Flavored Creme Filled Twist & Shout Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Mint shows about 0.99g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Mint Flavored Creme Filled Twist & Shout Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Mint: 13g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include high fructose 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 cocoa.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High added sugar; Contains artificial colors; Processed oils.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same snacks 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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