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Great Value Pepperoni Two Thin Crusts Topped And Stacked With A 4 Cheese Blend And Pepperoni Double Decker Pizza, Pepperoni: Food Integrity analysis

Updated 2026-08-22 · Great Value

Quick answer

Lower integrity

Great Value pepperoni two thin crusts topped and stacked with a 4 cheese blend and pepperoni double decker pizza, pepperoni received a Food Integrity Score of 48 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and high additive load. This pizza leans towards being heavily processed with numerous additives and oils, making it something to consume occasionally. The presence of multiple preservatives and refined oils lowers its integrity. Opting for fresher ingredients in homemade recipes can provide a healthier alternative. Main considerations include preservatives, refined oils, and additives. Simpler options: Opt for homemade pizza; choose foods with fewer additives.

Food Integrity Score 48/100

What stood out on the label?

  • Highly processed
  • High additive load
  • Transparency: Medium

What to watch?

  • Preservatives
  • Refined oils
  • Additives

Simpler options to consider

  • Opt for homemade pizza
  • Choose foods with fewer additives

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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Great Value Pepperoni Two Thin Crusts Topped And Stacked With A 4 Cheese Blend And Pepperoni Double Decker Pizza, Pepperoni
Category
Prepared Meals (source: Pizza)
GTIN / UPC
00078742073330
Serving size
157 GRM (1/6 PIZZA)
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

Pepperoni Two Thin Crusts Topped And Stacked With A 4 Cheese Blend And Pepperoni Double Decker Pizza, Pepperoni

Great Value

Lower integrity

Warning Signs

This pizza includes preservatives like sodium benzoate and artificial additives like BHA and BHT.

Consider This

The use of multiple oils and additives makes this a processed, factory-formulated product.

Good Substitutes

Try a homemade pizza with whole wheat crust and fresh toppings for a cleaner option.

Overall Assessment

Lower integrity

This pizza leans towards being heavily processed with numerous additives and oils, making it something to consume occasionally. The presence of multiple preservatives and refined oils lowers its integrity. Opting for fresher ingredients in homemade recipes can provide a healthier alternative.

Key Highlights

What stood out

  • Preservatives
  • Refined oils
  • Additives

Family Watchlist

Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.

  • Sodium benzoate — Contains preservatives and refined oils
  • BHA, BHT — Contains BHA and BHT preservatives

Highest concern ingredients

  • PEPPERONI, BHA, BHT WITH CITRIC ACID ADDED TO HELP PROTECT FLAVOR (8/10) — Contains controversial preservatives like BHA and BHT.
  • SAUCE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, SUGAR, SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, DEXTROSE, SPICES, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, PAPRIKA, CITRIC ACID, CORN OIL, XANTHAN GUM, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVE]) (7/10) — Includes preservatives, refined oils, and additives.

Better choice tips

  • Opt for homemade pizza
  • Choose foods with fewer additives

Ingredients

Ingredient list

CRUST (ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, PALM OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: YEAST, SALT, SUGAR, OAT BRAN, OAT FIBER, ENZYMES), SAUCE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, SUGAR, SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, DEXTROSE, SPICES, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, PAPRIKA, CITRIC ACID, CORN OIL, XANTHAN GUM, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVE]), LOW MOISTURE MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), PEPPERONI, BHA, BHT WITH CITRIC ACID ADDED TO HELP PROTECT FLAVOR (PORK AND BEEF, SALT, SPICES, DEXTROSE, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA, FLAVORINGS, SODIUM ASCORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE, BHA, BHT, CITRIC ACID), NO SMOKE PROVOLONE CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE (PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING AGENT]), GRATED ROMANO CHEESE (ROMANO CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING AGENT]), DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DRIED PARSLEY, DRIED OREGANO, DRIED BASIL.

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

Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.

  1. PEPPERONI, BHA, BHT WITH CITRIC ACID ADDED TO HELP PROTECT FLAVOR (PORK AND BEEF, SALT, SPICES, DEXTROSE, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA, FLAVORINGS, SODIUM ASCORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE, BHA, BHT, CITRIC ACID)Concern 8/10 — Higher concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern

    What this is

    Preservative

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Some users avoid BHA and BHT.

    Additional note

    Contains controversial preservatives like BHA and BHT

    Family watchlist

    Contains BHA and BHT preservatives

  2. SAUCE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, SUGAR, SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, DEXTROSE, SPICES, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, PAPRIKA, CITRIC ACID, CORN OIL, XANTHAN GUM, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVE])Concern 7/10 — Higher concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Preservative

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Preservatives and additives suggest heavy processing.

    Additional note

    Includes preservatives, refined oils, and additives

    Family watchlist

    Contains preservatives and refined oils

  3. CRUST (ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, PALM OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: YEAST, SALT, SUGAR, OAT BRAN, OAT FIBER, ENZYMES)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernProcessed

    What this is

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Refined oils and additives lower integrity.

    Additional note

    Contains refined oils and enriched flour

  4. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE (PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING AGENT]), GRATED ROMANO CHEESE (ROMANO CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING AGENT]), DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DRIED PARSLEY, DRIED OREGANO, DRIED BASIL.Concern 3/10 — Mild concernAnti-caking agentWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Anti-caking agent

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Additives like anti-caking agents are present.

    Additional note

    Includes anti-caking agents

    Family watchlist

    Contains anti-caking agent

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  1. LOW MOISTURE MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernWhole food

    What this is

    Whole food

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Typical cheese ingredient.

    Additional note

    Common cheese processing

  2. NO SMOKE PROVOLONE CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernWhole food

    What this is

    Whole food

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Cheese processed typically.

    Additional note

    Standard cheese processing

This score estimates food integrity based on the ingredient list and is not a medical or 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.

  • 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: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "cheese". See ingredients for details.)

    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: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "pork". See ingredients for details.)

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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: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "pork". See ingredients for details.)

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  • Athletic Fueling

    Supportive

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Carb fueling ingredients (Mentions "oat". See ingredients for details.)

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  • Workout Recovery

    Supportive

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "pork". See ingredients for details.)

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  • Strength & Protein Focus

    Supportive

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "beef", "pork". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

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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 Pepperoni Two Thin Crusts Topped And Stacked With A 4 Cheese Blend And Pepperoni Double Decker Pizza, Pepperoni 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 Pepperoni Two Thin Crusts Topped And Stacked With A 4 Cheese Blend And Pepperoni Double Decker Pizza, Pepperoni shows about 2.04g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Great Value Pepperoni Two Thin Crusts Topped And Stacked With A 4 Cheese Blend And Pepperoni Double Decker Pizza, Pepperoni: 3g 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: Good protein content; Contains some fiber.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: High in saturated fat; High sodium content; Contains preservatives.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same prepared meals differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

Other published analyses in Prepared Meals, selected from the same Food Quality Guide catalog.

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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