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Purely Elizabeth. Blueberry Hemp Ancient Grain Granola: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
High integrity
Purely Elizabeth. blueberry hemp ancient grain granola received a Food Integrity Score of 88 out of 100 (high integrity). This reflects lightly processed and low additive load. This is a short, recognizable ingredient list built mostly from organic oats, seeds, and grains. The dried blueberries are the main refined-leaning piece, so this works well as a regular breakfast or snack in moderate portions. Its concerns are mild and mostly about added sugars rather than additives or heavy processing. Main considerations include added sugars from coconut sugar and dried blueberries and refined sunflower oil in the dried blueberry component. Simpler options: Choose versions without added sugar or sunflower oil in the dried fruit; add your own fruit and spices to control sweetness.
Food Integrity Score 88/100
What stood out on the label?
- Lightly processed
- Low additive load
- Transparency: High
What to watch?
- Added sugars from coconut sugar and dried blueberries
- Refined sunflower oil in the dried blueberry component
Simpler options to consider
- Choose versions without added sugar or sunflower oil in the dried fruit
- Add your own fruit and spices to control sweetness
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Purely Elizabeth. Blueberry Hemp Ancient Grain Granola
- Brand
- Purely Elizabeth.
- Category
- Breakfast & Cereal (source: Cereal)
- GTIN / UPC
00855140002656- Serving size
- 30 g (1/3 cup)
- 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
Blueberry Hemp Ancient Grain Granola
Purely Elizabeth.
High integrity
Warning Signs
Dried blueberries carry added sugar and sunflower oil, and the coconut sugar adds sweetness to a granola-style base.
Consider This
Most of this list is whole grains, seeds, and spices, with only a light refined layer from the dried blueberry component.
Good Substitutes
Toast plain oats, quinoa, and seeds with a little cinnamon and add fresh or unsweetened dried fruit yourself.
Overall Assessment
High integrityThis is a short, recognizable ingredient list built mostly from organic oats, seeds, and grains. The dried blueberries are the main refined-leaning piece, so this works well as a regular breakfast or snack in moderate portions. Its concerns are mild and mostly about added sugars rather than additives or heavy processing.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Added sugars from coconut sugar and dried blueberries
- Refined sunflower oil in the dried blueberry component
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Organic coconut sugar — Added sweetener
- Dried blueberries (blueberries, sugar, sunflower oil) — Added sugar and refined seed oil
Highest concern ingredients
- Dried blueberries (blueberries, sugar, sunflower oil) (4/10) — Added sugar and refined sunflower oil in the fruit component.
- Organic coconut sugar (3/10) — Concentrated added sweetener.
Better choice tips
- Choose versions without added sugar or sunflower oil in the dried fruit.
- Add your own fruit and spices to control sweetness.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
ORGANIC GLUTEN-FREE OATS, ORGANIC COCONUT SUGAR, ORGANIC RAW VIRGIN COCONUT OIL, DRIED BLUEBERRIES (BLUEBERRIES, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER OIL), ORGANIC SUNFLOWER SEEDS, ORGANIC PUFFED AMARANTH, ORGANIC HEMP SEEDS, ORGANIC QUINOA FLAKES, ORGANIC CHIA SEEDS, ORGANIC CINNAMON, SALT.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Dried blueberries (blueberries, sugar, sunflower oil)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernDried fruitWatchlist
What this is
Dried fruit
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Added sugar and refined sunflower oil make this the most processed component.
Additional note
Dried fruit with added sugar and sunflower oil.
Family watchlist
Added sugar and refined seed oil in the fruit component.
Organic coconut sugarConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Added sugar contributes sweetness but is still a recognizable ingredient.
Additional note
Concentrated sugar adds sweetness to the mix.
Family watchlist
Added sweetener worth noting for some users.
Organic raw virgin coconut oilConcern 1/10 — Very low concernPlant oil
What this is
Plant oil
Processing category
Natural refined
Why it matters
Minimally refined plant fat with a simple, recognizable profile.
Additional note
Recognizable plant oil in a minimally refined form.
Organic puffed amaranthConcern 1/10 — Very low concernPuffed grain
What this is
Puffed grain
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Puffing is category-normal processing for this grain.
Additional note
Puffed whole grain, a normal processing step for the category.
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Organic quinoa flakesConcern 1/10 — Very low concernWhole grain
What this is
Whole grain
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Flaking is normal processing for grains like this.
Additional note
Rolled whole grain, a category-normal processing step.
Organic gluten-free oatsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole grain
What this is
Whole grain
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple, recognizable grain with no formulation concern.
Additional note
Recognizable whole grain with no added concern signals.
Organic sunflower seedsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple whole seeds with a recognizable profile.
Additional note
Whole seeds with no added concern signals.
Organic hemp seedsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple whole seeds with a recognizable profile.
Additional note
Whole seeds with no added concern signals.
Organic chia seedsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole food
What this is
Whole food
Why it matters
Simple whole seeds with a recognizable profile.
Additional note
Whole seeds with no added concern signals.
Organic cinnamonConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
A single named spice with no vague blend concern.
Additional note
Recognizable spice with no added concern signals.
SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Basic seasoning with a simple, recognizable profile.
Additional note
Simple seasoning with no added concern signals.
Food Integrity is an ingredient-based estimate of how simple and recognizable a food's formulation appears. It is not a medical safety rating or nutritional recommendation. 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)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
MixedMetabolic 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 "coconut oil". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
GLP-1 Eating Support
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar". 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)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Carb fueling ingredients (Mentions "oat", "oats". 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 "oat", "quinoa", "blueberry". 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 "oat", "quinoa", "blueberry". 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 "oat", "quinoa", "blueberry". 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 "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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 "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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 (Organic coconut sugar)
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 (Organic coconut sugar)
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 (Organic coconut sugar)
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 "coconut oil". 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 "oat". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "coconut oil". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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 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 Purely Elizabeth. Blueberry Hemp Ancient Grain Granola highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Lightly 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?
Purely Elizabeth. Blueberry Hemp Ancient Grain Granola shows about 2.01g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Purely Elizabeth. Blueberry Hemp Ancient Grain Granola: 5g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Coconut sugar, Added sugar in dried blueberries. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Organic whole-grain oats, amaranth, and quinoa base; Hemp, chia, and sunflower seeds add fiber and fats; Few additives and no artificial colors or sweeteners.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Coconut sugar and sweetened dried blueberries add sugar; Coconut oil raises saturated fat; Calorie-dense for a small 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 breakfast & cereal 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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