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King Arthur Baking Company Keto Wheat Pizza Crust Mix: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
King Arthur Baking Company keto wheat pizza crust mix received a Food Integrity Score of 52 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This is a functional low-carb baking mix built from refined and isolated components, with several texture and processing helpers. It reads more like a formulated product than a simple recipe, so it fits better as an occasional choice than a daily staple. The main drivers are the modified starch, fiber blend, emulsifier, and vague flavor-style inputs, not any single ingredient. Main considerations include modified wheat starch and isolated fiber blend, emulsifier (sorbitan monostearate), and multiple refined and isolated protein fractions. Simpler options: Choose a mix with fewer isolated fibers and emulsifiers; look for a short list led by recognizable flours, seeds, or nuts.
Food Integrity Score 52/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Modified wheat starch and isolated fiber blend
- Emulsifier (sorbitan monostearate)
- Multiple refined and isolated protein fractions
Simpler options to consider
- Choose a mix with fewer isolated fibers and emulsifiers
- Look for a short list led by recognizable flours, seeds, or nuts
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- King Arthur Baking Company Keto Wheat Pizza Crust Mix
- Category
- Prepared Meals (source: Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners)
- GTIN / UPC
00071012060177- Serving size
- 18 g (2 tbsps)
- 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
Keto Wheat Pizza Crust Mix
King Arthur Baking Company
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Modified wheat starch, cellulose and psyllium fiber blend, and sorbitan monostearate signal isolated, engineered inputs in this mix.
Consider This
Vital wheat gluten, whey protein concentrate, and modified wheat starch point to a rebuilt, formulation-driven base rather than a simple flour recipe.
Good Substitutes
A basic flour, water, yeast, and salt crust, or a simple almond or cauliflower base, keeps the ingredient list recognizable.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis is a functional low-carb baking mix built from refined and isolated components, with several texture and processing helpers. It reads more like a formulated product than a simple recipe, so it fits better as an occasional choice than a daily staple. The main drivers are the modified starch, fiber blend, emulsifier, and vague flavor-style inputs, not any single ingredient.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Modified wheat starch and isolated fiber blend
- Emulsifier (sorbitan monostearate)
- Multiple refined and isolated protein fractions
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Modified Wheat Starch — Chemically modified texture starch
- Cellulose & Psyllium Fiber Blend — Isolated bulking fiber
- Sorbitan Monostearate — Emulsifier additive
Highest concern ingredients
- Sorbitan Monostearate (7/10) — Emulsifier formulation helper.
- Modified Wheat Starch (6/10) — Texture-engineered starch.
- Cellulose & Psyllium Fiber Blend (5/10) — Isolated fiber bulking agent.
Better choice tips
- Choose a mix with fewer isolated fibers and emulsifiers.
- Look for a short list led by recognizable flours, seeds, or nuts.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
MIX: VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, MODIFIED WHEAT STARCH, CELLULOSE & PSYLLIUM FIBER BLEND, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, KING ARTHUR UNBLEACHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, ENZYME OR MALTED BARLEY FLOUR), SALT, INACTIVE YEAST. YEAST: YEAST, SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE, ASCORBIC ACID.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Sorbitan MonostearateConcern 7/10 — Higher concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Emulsifiers are formulation helpers that shape texture and handling.
Additional note
Emulsifier used to alter dough texture and mix behavior.
Family watchlist
Emulsifiers are additive-style inputs many users may want flagged.
Modified Wheat StarchConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernModified starchWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Modified starch
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Modified starches are texture-engineering inputs in formulated baking.
Additional note
Chemically or physically altered starch used for texture.
Family watchlist
Modified starch is a texture helper many users may want flagged.
Cellulose & Psyllium Fiber BlendConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernIsolated fiberWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Isolated fiber
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Added isolated fibers help rebuild the product's structure and fiber profile.
Additional note
Isolated fiber blend added to boost fiber and bulk.
Family watchlist
Cellulose is a bulking agent many users may want to know about.
Vital Wheat GlutenConcern 4/10 — Mild concernIsolated protein
What this is
Isolated protein
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Isolated protein concentrates the structure-building fraction of wheat.
Additional note
Isolated wheat protein used for structure and elasticity.
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Whey Protein ConcentrateConcern 4/10 — Mild concernDairy protein
What this is
Dairy protein
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Concentrated dairy protein is a refined fraction added for protein content.
Additional note
Dairy protein fraction added for protein and browning.
King Arthur Unbleached Flour (Wheat Flour, Enzyme or Malted Barley Flour)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernRefined flourVague label term
What this is
Refined flour
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Refined flour with enzyme additions is a mild formulation step for baking.
Additional note
Refined wheat flour with enzyme or malted barley flour added.
Ascorbic AcidConcern 2/10 — Very low concernDough conditionerAdditive
What this is
Dough conditioner
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Ascorbic acid here acts as a processing aid in dough, not a nutrition claim.
Additional note
Vitamin C used as a dough conditioner.
Inactive YeastConcern 1/10 — Very low concernLeavening
What this is
Leavening
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Yeast is a category-normal baking ingredient.
Additional note
Leavening agent used in normal bread-style baking.
YeastConcern 1/10 — Very low concernLeavening
What this is
Leavening
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Yeast is a category-normal baking ingredient.
Additional note
Leavening agent listed separately in the mix.
SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Common seasoning with no meaningful concern here.
Additional note
Basic seasoning and mineral.
This Food Integrity score estimates how close a food appears to a simple, recognizable ingredient profile. 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
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "psyllium". 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 "whey", "protein concentrate". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Fiber-related ingredients (Mentions "psyllium". See ingredients for details.)
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 "whey", "protein concentrate". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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 "whey", "protein concentrate". 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 "whey", "protein concentrate". 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 "whey". 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 "whey". 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 "whey", "protein concentrate". See ingredients for details.)
Keto-Style Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Protein ingredients (Mentions "whey", "protein concentrate". 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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
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", "flour". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, 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.
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.
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 King Arthur Baking Company Keto Wheat Pizza Crust Mix 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?
King Arthur Baking Company Keto Wheat Pizza Crust Mix shows about 7g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
King Arthur Baking Company Keto Wheat Pizza Crust Mix: 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: Low sugar and low saturated fat per serving; High fiber and protein per serving; Relatively simple ingredient list.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Refined wheat gluten and modified wheat starch; Fiber from cellulose and psyllium blend; Sodium from salt is moderate per serving.
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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