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Is Great Value Original Snack Sticks, Original healthy?

Original Snack Sticks, Original

Snacks · Updated 2026-08-22

Longevity Score

55/100

Food Integrity Score

49/100

Limit When PossibleMixed or weaker nutrition and ingredient signals suggest looking for better options when you can.

Quick answer

Limit When Possible

Great Value original snack sticks, original is rated limit when possible overall, with a Longevity Score of 55 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 49 out of 100. High protein but contains additives and processed meats. Strengths include decent protein content and natural flavors, while main considerations include high saturated fat, sodium nitrite, and uses mechanically separated meats.

Longevity Score 55/100Food Integrity Score 49/100

What helped the score?

  • Decent protein content
  • Contains natural flavors

What held the score back?

  • High saturated fat
  • Contains sodium nitrite
  • Uses mechanically separated meats

Ingredients

Ingredient list

BEEF, PORK, MECHANICALLY SEPARATED CHICKEN, WATER, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CORN SYRUP, SALT. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF NATURAL FLAVORS, DEXTROSE, PAPRIKA, CHILI PEPPER POWDER, SMOKE FLAVOR, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, SODIUM NITRITE, CARAMEL COLOR, MALT EXTRACT (BARLEY), PACKED IN COLLAGEN CASING.

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Key nutrition

Per serving: 13 GRM (4 sticks)

  • Calories1508% DV
  • Protein9g18% DV
  • Total Carbs4g1% DV
  • Fiber0g0% DV
  • Total Fat11g14% DV
  • Saturated Fat4g20% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Great Value Original Snack Sticks, Original
Category
Snacks (source: Other Snacks)
GTIN / UPC
00078742231662
Serving size
13 GRM (4 sticks)
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

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

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Lower net carbs (4g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Higher saturated fat (4g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Moderate calories (150 kcal)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Sweetener signals (corn syrup)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Modest calories per serving (150 kcal)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Athletic Fueling

    Watch-outs

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Lower carbs for fueling (4g)

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Common questions about this product

Is Great Value Original Snack Sticks, Original 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 Original Snack Sticks, Original shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Great Value Original Snack Sticks, Original: 1g total 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: Decent protein content; Contains natural flavors.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: High saturated fat; Contains sodium nitrite; Uses mechanically separated meats.

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

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Food Quality Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. 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.

Sources, citations & safety

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