Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Pecan Sweet Rolls, Pecan: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Great Value pecan sweet rolls, pecan received a Food Integrity Score of 55 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects moderately processed and high additive load. With a long list of refined and industrial-sounding ingredients, this product looks more processed than a simple roll typically would. The inclusion of additives like polysorbate 80 and artificial flavors pushes it towards a more factory-formulated profile. It’s best enjoyed occasionally if you’re aiming for cleaner eating habits. Main considerations include artificial flavor, high fructose corn syrup, and polysorbate 80. Opt for rolls with butter, honey.
Food Integrity Score 55/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- High additive load
- Transparency: Low
What to watch?
- Artificial flavor
- High fructose corn syrup
- Polysorbate 80
Simpler options to consider
- Opt for rolls with butter, honey
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Pecan Sweet Rolls, Pecan
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Bakery & Bread (source: Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries)
- GTIN / UPC
00078742147475- Serving size
- 28 g (1 ONZ)
- 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
Pecan Sweet Rolls, Pecan
Great Value
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
High fructose corn syrup and soybean oil may raise some eyebrows for their industrial roots.
Consider This
This product contains artificial flavor and polysorbate 80, typical of more processed foods.
Good Substitutes
Homemade rolls with real butter, honey, and whole pecans skip the additives.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityWith a long list of refined and industrial-sounding ingredients, this product looks more processed than a simple roll typically would. The inclusion of additives like polysorbate 80 and artificial flavors pushes it towards a more factory-formulated profile. It’s best enjoyed occasionally if you’re aiming for cleaner eating habits.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Artificial flavor
- High fructose corn syrup
- Polysorbate 80
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP — Controversial additive
- NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR — Artificial flavor
- POLYSORBATE 80 — Controversial additive
Highest concern ingredients
- POLYSORBATE 80 (7/10) — Strong emulsifier often debated.
Better choice tips
- Opt for rolls with butter, honey.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, PALM OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, YEAST, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: CINNAMON, PECANS, SALT, MONOGLYCERIDES, CORNSTARCH, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, DEXTROSE, CALCIUM SULFATE, CALCIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, CINNAMIC ALDEHYDE, POLYSORBATE 80, COLORED WITH EXTRACTIVES OF TURMERIC AND ANNATTO SEED, EGGS, CELLULOSE GUM, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA), CALCIUM PROPIONATE AND SODIUM PROPIONATE (TO RETARD SPOILAGE).
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
POLYSORBATE 80Concern 7/10 — Higher concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Improves texture; controversial.
Additional note
Emulsifier/stabilizer
Family watchlist
Controversial additive
HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUPConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Tied to health concerns.
Additional note
Industrial sweetener
Family watchlist
Controversial additive
NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORConcern 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
Non-specific; lacks detail.
Additional note
Vague flavor system
Family watchlist
Artificial flavor
CELLULOSE GUMConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernThickenerAdditive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Adds bulk; common in foods.
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CORN SYRUPConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
High fructose content often debated.
Additional note
Liquid sweetener
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener
SOYBEAN OILConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Often linked to industrial processes.
Additional note
Industrial oil
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil
CALCIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATEConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierAdditive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Improves texture/stability.
SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATEConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierAdditive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Aids in texture development.
CALCIUM PROPIONATEConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernPreservativeAdditive
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Extends shelf life.
SODIUM PROPIONATEConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernPreservativeAdditive
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Preserves against spoilage.
ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined flour
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
More refined than whole grain.
Additional note
Refined grain mix
MONOGLYCERIDESConcern 4/10 — Mild concernEmulsifierAdditive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Alters texture/stability.
CORNSTARCHConcern 4/10 — Mild concernThickener
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refinement noted but common.
SOY LECITHINConcern 4/10 — Mild concernEmulsifierAdditive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Stabilizes emulsions.
DEXTROSEConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds sweetness; quick energy.
Additional note
Simple sugar
CALCIUM SULFATEConcern 4/10 — Mild concernFirming agentAdditive
What this is
Firming agent
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used to improve texture.
SUGARConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds sweetness; often over-consumed.
Additional note
Refined sweetener
PALM OILConcern 3/10 — Mild concernRefined oil
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Environmental and health debates.
Additional note
Widely used oil
CINNAMIC ALDEHYDEConcern 3/10 — Mild concernFlavor compound
What this is
Flavor compound
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Synthetic but common flavoring.
COLORED WITH EXTRACTIVES OF TURMERIC AND ANNATTO SEEDConcern 1/10 — Very low concernNatural color
What this is
Natural color
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds color with natural extracts.
LEAVENING (BAKING SODA)Concern 1/10 — Very low concernLeavening agent
What this is
Leavening agent
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Common leavening agent.
Additional note
Rises dough
WATERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Essential base ingredient.
Additional note
Basic hydration
YEASTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Used for fermentation.
Additional note
Leavening agent
CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: CINNAMONConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Common spice.
Additional note
Flavoring spice
PECANSConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Natural ingredient.
Additional note
Nut source
SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Essential seasoning.
Additional note
Basic seasoning
EGGSConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Contributes structure/nutrition.
Additional note
Proteinent cooking
This score reflects food integrity and is not a safety rating. 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.
Heart-Healthy Eating
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Heart-friendly fat ingredients (Mentions "pecan". 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", "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 "egg". 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 "egg". 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 additive load (High additive load)
This product has 2 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 additive load (High additive load)
This product has 2 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 additive load (High additive load)
This product has 2 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.
Healthy Fat Focus
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Healthy fat ingredients (Mentions "pecan". See ingredients for details.)
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.
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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 Pecan Sweet Rolls, Pecan 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 Pecan Sweet Rolls, Pecan shows about 1.01g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Pecan Sweet Rolls, Pecan: 7g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Low sodium content; Contains pecans.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High added sugar; Uses palm oil; Contains artificial flavors.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same bakery & bread 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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