Food Quality Guide by KarbCoach
Great Value Pot Roast Roasting Bag & Seasoning Blend, Pot Roast: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Great Value pot roast roasting bag & seasoning blend, pot roast received a Food Integrity Score of 55 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects moderately processed and moderate additive load. The ingredient list suggests a moderate industrial formulation with several additives typical of processed seasonings. The presence of hydrolyzed proteins and flavor enhancers points towards a highly processed product that would be better consumed occasionally rather than regularly. Main considerations include processed ingredients, flavor enhancers, and vague ingredient labels. Simpler options: Choose seasoning blends with whole spices; avoid products with multiple flavor enhancers.
Food Integrity Score 55/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Processed ingredients
- Flavor enhancers
- Vague ingredient labels
Simpler options to consider
- Choose seasoning blends with whole spices
- Avoid products with multiple flavor enhancers
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Source data, GTIN, and Food Quality Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Great Value Pot Roast Roasting Bag & Seasoning Blend, Pot Roast
- Brand
- Great Value
- GTIN / UPC
00078742434353- Serving size
- 3 g (1 tsp)
- 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
Pot Roast Roasting Bag & Seasoning Blend, Pot Roast
Great Value
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
This product contains hydrolyzed corn gluten and soy protein, which might concern some.
Consider This
Featuring hydrolyzed corn gluten and disodium inosinate, common in ultra-processed foods.
Good Substitutes
Opt for a homemade seasoning mix with fresh herbs and spices for a more natural alternative.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThe ingredient list suggests a moderate industrial formulation with several additives typical of processed seasonings. The presence of hydrolyzed proteins and flavor enhancers points towards a highly processed product that would be better consumed occasionally rather than regularly.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Processed ingredients
- Flavor enhancers
- Vague ingredient labels
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- SPICES — Vague ingredient
- HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN, SOY PROTEIN AND WHEAT GLUTEN — Contains hydrolyzed proteins
- NATURAL FLAVOR — Vague ingredient
- DISODIUM INOSINATE & DISODIUM GUANYLATE — Flavor enhancers
Highest concern ingredients
- HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN, SOY PROTEIN AND WHEAT GLUTEN (5/10) — Highly processed, protein isolates.
- DISODIUM INOSINATE & DISODIUM GUANYLATE (6/10) — Potent synthetic flavor boosters.
Better choice tips
- Choose seasoning blends with whole spices.
- Avoid products with multiple flavor enhancers.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
SALT, ONION, RED & GREEN BELL PEPPERS, SPICES, YEAST EXTRACT, CARROT, HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN, SOY PROTEIN AND WHEAT GLUTEN, SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, PAPRIKA, GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVOR, DISODIUM INOSINATE & DISODIUM GUANYLATE.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
DISODIUM INOSINATE & DISODIUM GUANYLATEConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernFlavor enhancerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Flavor enhancer
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Potent synthetic flavor boosters.
Additional note
Flavor enhancers used for umami taste.
Family watchlist
Flavor enhancers, often processed.
HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN, SOY PROTEIN AND WHEAT GLUTENConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernFlavor enhancerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Flavor enhancer
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Highly processed, protein isolates.
Additional note
Protein-based flavor enhancers.
Family watchlist
Contains hydrolyzed proteins.
NATURAL FLAVORConcern 4/10 — Mild concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Broad flavor component, not specific.
Additional note
Vague flavor ingredient.
Family watchlist
Vague ingredient like 'natural flavor' present.
YEAST EXTRACTConcern 3/10 — Mild concernFlavor enhancerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Flavor enhancer
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Adds savory flavor but is processed.
Additional note
Used as a flavor enhancer.
Family watchlist
Common processing ingredient.
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SUGARConcern 2/10 — Very low concernSweetener
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar is a simple carbohydrate.
Additional note
Common sweetener.
CORNSTARCHConcern 2/10 — Very low concernThickener
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined starch for texture.
Additional note
Common thickener and binder.
SALTConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Regular seasoning staple.
Additional note
Common seasoning ingredient.
ONIONConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Natural flavor contributor.
Additional note
Recognizable whole food ingredient.
RED & GREEN BELL PEPPERSConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Natural flavor contributor.
Additional note
Recognizable whole food ingredient.
SPICESConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Whole food
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Generic ingredient; lacks precision.
Additional note
Typical seasoning ingredient.
Family watchlist
Vague ingredients like spices are listed here.
CARROTConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Contributes natural flavor.
Additional note
Recognizable whole food ingredient.
PAPRIKAConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Natural spice with flavor.
Additional note
Recognizable spice ingredient.
GARLICConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Contributes natural flavor.
Additional note
Recognizable whole food ingredient.
This score evaluates ingredient simplicity and recognizability. It is 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.
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: Added-sodium ingredients (Mentions "salt". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "carrot", "onion", "soy protein". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "carrot", "onion", "soy protein". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "carrot", "onion", "soy protein". See ingredients for details.)
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", "gluten". 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 (SPICES)
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 (SPICES)
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 (SPICES)
This product has 1 additional signal 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", "corn", "soy". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low-Spike Stability
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
GLP-1 Eating Support
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, 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.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low-Carb Lifestyle
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, 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.
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 Pot Roast Roasting Bag & Seasoning Blend, Pot Roast 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 Pot Roast Roasting Bag & Seasoning Blend, Pot Roast shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Great Value Pot Roast Roasting Bag & Seasoning Blend, Pot Roast: 0g 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 natural spices; Includes vegetables.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High sodium content; Contains yeast extract; Includes added sugar.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same seasoning mixes, salts, marinades & tenderizers 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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