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Hormel Chili With Beans: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Hormel chili with beans received a Food Integrity Score of 68 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects moderately processed and moderate additive load. This is a canned chili with real food at its core, including beef, pork, beans, tomatoes, and onions. The label adds modified cornstarch, textured soy flour, sugar, and vague flavoring and spice entries that push it toward a more engineered profile. It makes sense as an occasional convenience meal rather than a daily staple, mainly because of the vague flavor systems and added texture helpers. Main considerations include vague flavoring and spice entries, modified cornstarch and textured soy flour, and added sugar. Simpler options: Look for chili with fewer vague flavor and spice entries; choose versions without modified starches or added sugar.
Food Integrity Score 68/100
What stood out on the label?
- Moderately processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Vague flavoring and spice entries
- Modified cornstarch and textured soy flour
- Added sugar
Simpler options to consider
- Look for chili with fewer vague flavor and spice entries
- Choose versions without modified starches or added sugar
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Hormel Chili With Beans
- Brand
- Hormel
- Category
- Prepared Meals (source: Chili & Stew)
- GTIN / UPC
00037600138789- Serving size
- 247 g (1 cup (247g))
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
Food Integrity results
Chili With Beans
Hormel
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
Modified cornstarch, textured soy flour, and vague "FLAVORING" and "SPICES" entries add formulation work to a fairly familiar chili base.
Consider This
Sugar, modified cornstarch, and the unspecified flavorings are typical of factory-formulated canned foods designed for consistent texture and taste.
Good Substitutes
Homemade chili with dried beans, fresh onions, crushed tomatoes, and your own chili powder and salt keeps the ingredient list short and recognizable.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThis is a canned chili with real food at its core, including beef, pork, beans, tomatoes, and onions. The label adds modified cornstarch, textured soy flour, sugar, and vague flavoring and spice entries that push it toward a more engineered profile. It makes sense as an occasional convenience meal rather than a daily staple, mainly because of the vague flavor systems and added texture helpers.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Vague flavoring and spice entries
- Modified cornstarch and textured soy flour
- Added sugar
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Contains 2% or less of modified cornstarch — Texture-modifying starch
- Sugar — Refined sweetener
- Flavoring — Unspecified flavor system
- Spices — Broad spice category
- Chili powder (chili peppers, flavoring) — Contains added flavoring
Highest concern ingredients
- Contains 2% or less of modified cornstarch (6/10) — Modified starch used for texture.
- Flavoring (6/10) — Vague, unspecified flavor system.
- Textured soy flour (5/10) — Processed soy protein used for texture.
Better choice tips
- Look for chili with fewer vague flavor and spice entries.
- Choose versions without modified starches or added sugar.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
WATER, BEEF AND PORK, BEANS, CONCENTRATED CRUSHED TOMATOES, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, TEXTURED SOY FLOUR, CORN FLOUR, SALT, CHILI POWDER (CHILI PEPPERS, FLAVORING), SUGAR, FLAVORING, GREEN CHILES (CONTAINS CITRIC ACID), ONIONS, SPICES, JALAPEO PEPPERS, VINEGAR
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Contains 2% or less of modified cornstarchConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernThickenerWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Thickener
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Modified starches are texture-engineering inputs in formulated foods.
Additional note
Modified starch used for texture.
Family watchlist
Modified starch is a texture helper some users want to track.
FlavoringConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Unspecified flavorings can hide a range of undisclosed inputs.
Additional note
Unspecified flavor system.
Family watchlist
Vague flavoring with no source specified.
Textured soy flourConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernIsolated protein
What this is
Isolated protein
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Textured soy flour is a processed protein input used for texture.
Additional note
Processed soy protein ingredient.
SpicesConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Vague ingredient
Processing category
Unknown / not listed
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
The term spices does not identify which spices are used.
Additional note
Broad spice category, unspecified.
Family watchlist
Broad spice category with no specific sources listed.
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Chili powder (chili peppers, flavoring)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernSpice blendWatchlist · Vague label term
What this is
Spice blend
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
The added flavoring makes this chili powder less straightforward than plain chili.
Additional note
Spice blend with a flavoring component.
Family watchlist
Contains a flavoring component of unspecified makeup.
SugarConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Added sugar is a refined sweetener some users want to limit.
Additional note
Refined sweetener.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener some users may want to track.
Corn flourConcern 2/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Corn flour is a common, recognizable grain ingredient.
Additional note
Ground corn, mildly refined.
Green chiles (contains citric acid)Concern 2/10 — Very low concernAcidulantAdditive
What this is
Acidulant
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Citric acid is a common acidulant used in processed foods.
Additional note
Chiles with citric acid added.
Concentrated crushed tomatoesConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Concentrating tomatoes is expected for this product type.
Additional note
Category-normal tomato processing.
VinegarConcern 1/10 — Very low concernAcidulant
What this is
Acidulant
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Vinegar is a familiar, category-normal ingredient.
Additional note
Common fermented acid.
WaterConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Plain water is a simple, recognizable base.
Additional note
Basic liquid base.
Beef and porkConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Whole meat ingredients are simple and recognizable.
Additional note
Recognizable animal protein.
BeansConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Beans are a simple, whole food ingredient.
Additional note
Recognizable legume.
SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Salt is a simple, recognizable seasoning.
Additional note
Basic seasoning.
OnionsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Onions are a simple, whole food ingredient.
Additional note
Recognizable vegetable.
Jalapeo peppersConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Jalapeño peppers are a simple, recognizable ingredient.
Additional note
Recognizable pepper.
This Food Integrity score estimates how simple and recognizable an ingredient profile appears. It is not a medical 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)
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.)
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 "beef", "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 "beef", "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 "beef", "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 "beef", "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 "beef", "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 "beef", "pork". 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 "beef", "pork". 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 "beef", "pork". 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", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
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", "sugar". 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 (Contains 2% or less of modified cornstarch)
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 (Contains 2% or less of modified cornstarch)
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 (Contains 2% or less of modified cornstarch)
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 "flour", "corn", "soy". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Athletic Fueling
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, 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.
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 Hormel Chili With Beans 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?
Hormel Chili With Beans shows about 6.92g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Hormel Chili With Beans: 4.99g total sugar per serving; sweetener signals include sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Good fiber (about 7g per cup); Beans and tomatoes provide whole-food base; Solid protein (about 17g per serving).
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Sodium near 990mg per serving; Added sugar and modified cornstarch present; Processed beef and pork base.
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.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food 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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