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Open Nature Buttery Spread With Olive Oil Sticks: Food Integrity analysis

Updated 2026-10-17 · Open Nature

Quick answer

Mixed integrity

Open Nature buttery spread with olive oil sticks received a Food Integrity Score of 63 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This is a blended, oil-forward spread that reads more like an engineered product than a simple recipe. Its ingredient list leans on palm and canola oils plus lecithin and natural flavor, so it's a better occasional choice than an everyday staple. Main considerations include blended palm and canola oils, lecithin and natural flavor, and pea protein isolate and added color. Simpler options: Choose a spread with fewer blended oils and no added color; look for butter or single-oil options with a shorter ingredient list.

Food Integrity Score 63/100

What stood out on the label?

  • Highly processed
  • Moderate additive load
  • Transparency: Medium

What to watch?

  • Blended palm and canola oils
  • Lecithin and natural flavor
  • Pea protein isolate and added color

Simpler options to consider

  • Choose a spread with fewer blended oils and no added color
  • Look for butter or single-oil options with a shorter ingredient list

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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Open Nature Buttery Spread With Olive Oil Sticks
Category
Spreads & Nut Butters (source: Butter & Spread)
GTIN / UPC
00079893160825
Serving size
14 g (1 Tbsp)
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

Buttery Spread With Olive Oil Sticks

Open Nature

Mixed integrity

Warning Signs

Palm oil, palm kernel oil, and canola oil form most of this spread, with lecithin and natural flavor doing formulation work.

Consider This

Blended vegetable oils, lecithin, pea protein, and natural flavor are typical of factory-formulated spreads rather than simple kitchen ingredients.

Good Substitutes

Plain butter, or olive oil with a pinch of salt, keeps the spread simple with fewer blended and refined fats.

Overall Assessment

Mixed integrity

This is a blended, oil-forward spread that reads more like an engineered product than a simple recipe. Its ingredient list leans on palm and canola oils plus lecithin and natural flavor, so it's a better occasional choice than an everyday staple.

Key Highlights

What stood out

  • Blended palm and canola oils
  • Lecithin and natural flavor
  • Pea protein isolate and added color

Family Watchlist

Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.

  • Palm Oil — Refined industrial fat
  • Palm Kernel Oil — Refined industrial fat
  • Canola Oil — Refined seed oil
  • Sunflower And/Or Soy Lecithin — Emulsifier, unspecified source
  • Natural Flavor — Vague flavor system
  • Beta Carotene (Color) — Added color additive

Highest concern ingredients

  • Sunflower And/Or Soy Lecithin (6/10) — Emulsifier with unspecified source
  • Natural Flavor (6/10) — Vague flavor system
  • Palm Oil (5/10) — Refined industrial fat

Better choice tips

  • Choose a spread with fewer blended oils and no added color.
  • Look for butter or single-oil options with a shorter ingredient list.

Ingredients

Ingredient list

PALM OIL, PALM KERNEL OIL, WATER, CANOLA OIL, OLIVE OIL, SALT, SUNFLOWER AND/OR SOY LECITHIN, PEA PROTEIN, LACTIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR).

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

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

  1. Sunflower And/Or Soy LecithinConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Emulsifier

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Lecithin is an emulsifier that helps hold oil and water together.

    Additional note

    Lecithin emulsifier; source may be sunflower or soy.

    Family watchlist

    Emulsifier with unspecified source.

  2. Natural FlavorConcern 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

    Natural flavor is a broad term that hides the specific components used.

    Additional note

    Vague flavor system with undisclosed components.

    Family watchlist

    Vague flavor system.

  3. Palm OilConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist

    What this is

    Refined oil

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Refined palm oil is an industrial fat that many users prefer to limit.

    Additional note

    Refined palm oil used as a main fat base.

    Family watchlist

    Refined industrial fat source.

  4. Palm Kernel OilConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist

    What this is

    Refined oil

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Palm kernel oil is a refined, saturated-leaning industrial fat.

    Additional note

    Refined palm kernel oil used as a fat base.

    Family watchlist

    Refined industrial fat source.

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  1. Canola OilConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist

    What this is

    Refined oil

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Refined seed oils are commonly flagged by users avoiding industrial oils.

    Additional note

    Refined seed oil used as a fat base.

    Family watchlist

    Refined seed oil.

  2. Pea ProteinConcern 4/10 — Mild concernIsolated protein

    What this is

    Isolated protein

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Isolated proteins signal a more formulated, rebuilt-food approach.

    Additional note

    Isolated plant protein added for texture or protein content.

  3. Beta Carotene (Color)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernColor additiveWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Color additive

    Processing category

    Synthetic / man-made

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Added color additives are commonly flagged for users avoiding engineered appearance.

    Additional note

    Added color ingredient to adjust appearance.

    Family watchlist

    Added color additive.

  4. Lactic AcidConcern 3/10 — Mild concernAcidulantAdditive

    What this is

    Acidulant

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Lactic acid is a formulation helper adjusting taste and stability.

    Additional note

    Acidulant used for flavor and pH control.

  5. Vitamin A PalmitateConcern 3/10 — Mild concernFortificantAdditive

    What this is

    Fortificant

    Processing category

    Synthetic / man-made

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Added vitamins are synthetic fortification inputs rather than whole-food components.

    Additional note

    Synthetic vitamin added for fortification.

  6. Olive OilConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Olive oil is a recognizable, category-normal fat.

    Additional note

    Olive oil used as one of the fat sources.

  7. WaterConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Water is a simple, recognizable ingredient.

    Additional note

    Plain water used for body and texture.

  8. 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 salt.

This Food Integrity score reflects ingredient list formulation and 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.

  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "palm kernel". See ingredients for details.)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Vegetarian

    Supportive

    Dietary Patterns

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

    A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "pea protein". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

  • Vegan

    Supportive

    Dietary Patterns

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

    A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "pea protein". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

  • Plant-Based

    Supportive

    Dietary Patterns

    For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "pea protein". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

  • Minimally Processed Eating

    Watch-outs

    Dietary 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.

    See more for this goal

  • Whole-Food Focused Eating

    Watch-outs

    Dietary 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.

    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 Open Nature Buttery Spread With Olive Oil Sticks 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?

Open Nature Buttery Spread With Olive Oil Sticks shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Open Nature Buttery Spread With Olive Oil Sticks: 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 olive oil; No added sugar or fiber-related concerns; Simple short ingredient list.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Palm and palm kernel oils raise saturated fat; Canola and sunflower/soy oils are seed oil sources; Multiple additives and beta carotene color.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

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

Other published analyses in Spreads & Nut Butters, selected from the same Healthy Food Guide catalog.

Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food 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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