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Great Value Pork Italian Style Meatballs With Parmesan Cheese, Pork Italian Style With Parmesan Cheese: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Great Value pork italian style meatballs with parmesan cheese, pork italian style with parmesan cheese received a Food Integrity Score of 60 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects moderately processed and moderate additive load. This product contains several additives and refined ingredients like corn syrup and dextrose, which are associated with processed foods. Although it includes more recognizable ingredients like pork and parmesan cheese, the presence of preservatives like BHA and propyl gallate suggest it's best consumed occasionally. Main considerations include additive load, preservatives, and refined sugars. Look for products with ground pork.
Food Integrity Score 60/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: High
What to watch?
- Additive load
- Preservatives
- Refined sugars
Simpler options to consider
- Look for products with ground pork
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Pork Italian Style Meatballs With Parmesan Cheese, Pork Italian Style With Parmesan Cheese
- Brand
- Great Value
- Category
- Other Deli
- GTIN / UPC
00078742127309- Serving size
- 140 GRM (2 meatballs)
- 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
Pork Italian Style Meatballs With Parmesan Cheese, Pork Italian Style With Parmesan Cheese
Great Value
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
Contains BHA and propyl gallate, common preservatives often seen in processed foods.
Consider This
This product includes corn syrup and dextrose, which are typical in highly processed foods.
Good Substitutes
Look for products with simple ingredients like ground pork, herbs, and parmesan cheese.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThis product contains several additives and refined ingredients like corn syrup and dextrose, which are associated with processed foods. Although it includes more recognizable ingredients like pork and parmesan cheese, the presence of preservatives like BHA and propyl gallate suggest it's best consumed occasionally.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Additive load
- Preservatives
- Refined sugars
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURES, CELLULOSE POWDER, CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE) — Contains additives and preservatives
- DEXTROSE — Refined sugar content
- FLAVORINGS — Vague ingredient presence
- CORN SYRUP — Presence of refined sweetness
- POTASSIUM LACTATE — Preservatives present
- BHA — Controversial preservative use
Highest concern ingredients
- BHA (8/10) — Controversial preservative
- PROPYL GALLATE (7/10) — Antioxidant preservative
- CORN SYRUP (6/10) — Refined sweetener
Better choice tips
- Look for products with ground pork
Ingredients
Ingredient list
PORK, WATER, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURES, CELLULOSE POWDER, CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE). LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, PARSLEY, DEXTROSE, FLAVORINGS, PAPRIKA, CORN SYRUP, VINEGAR, POTASSIUM LACTATE, BHA, PROPYL GALLATE, CITRIC ACID.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
BHAConcern 8/10 — Higher concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive · Higher concern
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Synthetic preservative, controversial usage
Additional note
Controversial preservative
Family watchlist
Controversial preservative use
PROPYL GALLATEConcern 7/10 — Higher concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Potentially controversial antioxidant
Additional note
Antioxidant preservative
Family watchlist
Potentially controversial additive
FLAVORINGSConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Vague ingredient, lacks transparency
Family watchlist
Vague ingredient presence
CORN SYRUPConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sweetener, commonly processed
Additional note
Refined sweetener
Family watchlist
Presence of refined sweetness
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DEXTROSEConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar, processed
Additional note
Refined sugar
Family watchlist
Refined sugar content
POTASSIUM LACTATEConcern 4/10 — Mild concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Preservative to extend shelf life
Family watchlist
Preservatives present
PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURES, CELLULOSE POWDER, CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernProcessed cheeseWatchlist
What this is
Processed cheese
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Contains preservatives and additives
Additional note
Contains preservatives and anti-caking agents
Family watchlist
Contains additives and preservatives
CITRIC ACIDConcern 2/10 — Very low concernPreservativeAdditive
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Common additive for acidity
Additional note
Common food acid
PAPRIKAConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Common spice
Additional note
Ground spice
VINEGARConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Common acidulant
PORKConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple recognizable food
WATERConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Basic hydrating ingredient
SALTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Common seasoning
Additional note
Recognizable seasoning
PARSLEYConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Herb for seasoning
Additional note
Herb for flavor
This analysis is based on ingredient list review and is not a safety or 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)
Heart-Healthy Eating
Watch-outsMetabolic 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 "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
GLP-1 Eating Support
SupportiveMetabolic 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 "pork". 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)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "pork". See ingredients for details.)
Workout Recovery
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "pork". See ingredients for details.)
Strength & Protein Focus
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "pork". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Meat/seafood ingredients (Mentions "pork". 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 "pork", "milk", "cheese". 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 "pork", "milk", "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
Pescatarian
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Land-meat ingredients (Mentions "pork". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "pork". 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: Family watchlist items (PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURES, CELLULOSE POWDER, CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE))
This product has 1 additional signal 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: Family watchlist items (PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURES, CELLULOSE POWDER, CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE))
This product has 1 additional signal 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: Family watchlist items (PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURES, CELLULOSE POWDER, CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE))
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
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 "corn". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "cheese". 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.
Keto-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten 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 Pork Italian Style Meatballs With Parmesan Cheese, Pork Italian Style With Parmesan Cheese 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 Pork Italian Style Meatballs With Parmesan Cheese, Pork Italian Style With Parmesan Cheese shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Pork Italian Style Meatballs With Parmesan Cheese, Pork Italian Style With Parmesan Cheese: 2g total sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Dextrose, Corn Syrup. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: High protein content; Contains Parmesan cheese.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High saturated fat; Presence of additives; Contains dextrose.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same other deli 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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