Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Orange Sweet Rolls With Icing: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Great Value orange sweet rolls with icing received a Food Integrity Score of 52 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and high additive load. This product's ingredient list suggests frequent industrial additives and colorants, making it look more engineered than homemade. With added colors and gums, it is advisable to consume this occasionally, especially if you prefer less processed options. Main considerations include artificial colors, synthetic emulsifiers, and vague ingredients. Simpler options: Choose baked goods with fewer additives; look for alternatives with simple ingredients.
Food Integrity Score 52/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Very low
What to watch?
- Artificial colors
- Synthetic emulsifiers
- Vague ingredients
Simpler options to consider
- Choose baked goods with fewer additives
- Look for alternatives with simple ingredients
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Orange Sweet Rolls With Icing
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Crusts & Dough
- GTIN / UPC
00078742235684- Serving size
- 49 g (1 ROLL WITH ICING)
- 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
Orange Sweet Rolls With Icing
Great Value
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Yellow 5, Red 40, and artificial flavors raise concerns about added colors and flavors.
Consider This
Sodium stearoyl lactylate and polysorbate 60 suggest an ultra-processed profile.
Good Substitutes
Look for rolls made with fewer colorants and additives, closer to homemade.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis product's ingredient list suggests frequent industrial additives and colorants, making it look more engineered than homemade. With added colors and gums, it is advisable to consume this occasionally, especially if you prefer less processed options.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Artificial colors
- Synthetic emulsifiers
- Vague ingredients
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- VEGETABLE OIL (PALM, SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OILS) — Potentially hydrogenated or refined oils.
- CORN SYRUP — Highly processed sweetener.
- NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS — Vague ingredient term.
- COLORED WITH (YELLOW 5, RED 40, YELLOW 6, CARAMEL COLOR) — Synthetic colors.
- SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE — Synthetic emulsifier.
- XANTHAN GUM — Common additive.
Highest concern ingredients
- COLORED WITH (YELLOW 5, RED 40, YELLOW 6, CARAMEL COLOR) (9/10) — Artificial colors with debates.
- POLYSORBATE 60 (8/10) — Emulsifiers causing mild concern.
- MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES (8/10) — Common synthetic emulsifier.
Better choice tips
- Choose baked goods with fewer additives.
- Look for alternatives with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
ENRICHED BLEACHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID], SUGAR, WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM, SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OILS), WHEY. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: DEXTROSE, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA), CORN SYRUP, CORNSTARCH, CINNAMON, SALT, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM, CAROB BEAN GUM, POLYSORBATE 60, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, COLORED WITH (YELLOW 5, RED 40, YELLOW 6, CARAMEL COLOR), MALT SYRUP, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY FLOUR.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
COLORED WITH (YELLOW 5, RED 40, YELLOW 6, CARAMEL COLOR)Concern 9/10 — High concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Color additive
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Artificial colorants contribute no nutrition.
Additional note
Artificial colors, some with health debates.
Family watchlist
Synthetic colors.
POLYSORBATE 60Concern 8/10 — Higher concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Widely used emulsifier in food.
Additional note
Emulsifier, has food safety concerns.
Family watchlist
Synthetic emulsifier.
MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDESConcern 8/10 — Higher concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Enhances texture; processed fat.
Additional note
Emulsifier, improves texture.
Family watchlist
Common emulsifier.
SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATEConcern 7/10 — Higher concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Helps blend and preserve ingredients.
Additional note
Emulsifier, extends shelf-life.
Family watchlist
Synthetic emulsifier.
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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
Vague term often includes additives.
Additional note
Broad category, lacks specifics.
Family watchlist
Vague ingredient term.
XANTHAN GUMConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used for thickening capabilities.
Additional note
Thickener, creates texture.
Family watchlist
Common additive.
GUAR GUMConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Thickener in many foods.
Additional note
Thickener, improves texture.
Family watchlist
Common additive.
CAROB BEAN GUMConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Improves viscosity in foods.
Additional note
Thickener, aids texture.
Family watchlist
Common additive.
VEGETABLE OIL (PALM, SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OILS)Concern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined oils are highly processed.
Additional note
Refined industrial oils, watchlist for some.
Family watchlist
Potentially hydrogenated or refined oils.
CORN SYRUPConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Associated with ultra-processed foods.
Additional note
Refined sweetener, heavily processed.
Family watchlist
Highly processed sweetener.
DEXTROSEConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Another form of refined sugar.
Additional note
Processed sugar, adds sweetness.
CORNSTARCHConcern 4/10 — Mild concernThickener
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined and adds texture.
Additional note
Refined starch for thickening, filler.
MALT SYRUPConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
A base-level sweetener.
Additional note
Sweetener from malt, less processed.
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 added sugars.
Additional note
A refined sweetener, common additive.
WHEYConcern 3/10 — Mild concernDairy protein
What this is
Dairy protein
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Whey is a dairy derivative.
Additional note
Proteins from milk, may be controversial.
ENRICHED BLEACHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID]Concern 2/10 — Very low concernRefined flour
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
It's refined, but typical in bread.
Additional note
Standard baking ingredient, enriched for nutrients.
LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernLeavening agents
What this is
Leavening agents
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Expected for rising baked goods.
Additional note
Common leavening agents in baking.
CITRIC ACIDConcern 2/10 — Very low concernAcidulantAdditive
What this is
Acidulant
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Helps with preservation.
Additional note
Preserves and adds tartness.
SOY FLOURConcern 2/10 — Very low concernProtein
What this is
Protein
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Adds protein and texture.
Additional note
Plant-based protein source.
WATERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Water is essential and neutral.
Additional note
Basic ingredient, no concerns.
CINNAMONConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSpice
What this is
Spice
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Common in sweet foods.
Additional note
Spice for flavoring, no concerns.
SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Essential flavor enhancer.
Additional note
Common seasoning, no concerns.
This analysis estimates ingredient integrity. Not a safety 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.)
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 "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 "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 "flour", "wheat flour", "corn 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 "flour", "wheat flour", "corn syrup". 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", "malt". 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 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.
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 Orange Sweet Rolls With Icing 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 Orange Sweet Rolls With Icing shows about 0.98g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Orange Sweet Rolls With Icing: 12g added 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: Contains some protein; Low sodium for dessert.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High in added sugar; Refined flour; Contains artificial colors.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same crusts & dough 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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