Healthy Food Guideby KarbCoach

Healthy Food Guide by KarbCoach

Roundy's Graham Crackers, Honey: Food Integrity analysis

Updated 2026-10-17 · Roundy's

Quick answer

Lower integrity

Roundy's graham crackers, honey received a Food Integrity Score of 52 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This is a shelf-stable snack built on refined wheat, sugar, and a mixed vegetable oil blend, with a few additive helpers doing flavor and texture work. The honey and whole graham flour add some real-food character, but the list is more engineered than homemade. Enjoy it occasionally rather than as a daily staple, especially if you are watching refined ingredients or additives. Main considerations include refined enriched flour and sugar lead the list, vague canola/soybean/palm oil blend and artificial flavor, and sodium sulfite and soy lecithin additive helpers. Simpler options: Look for graham crackers with whole wheat flour, honey, and butter, and no artificial flavor; choose versions with a named single oil, such as butter or a specified vegetable oil.

Food Integrity Score 52/100

What stood out on the label?

  • Highly processed
  • Moderate additive load
  • Transparency: Medium

What to watch?

  • Refined enriched flour and sugar lead the list
  • Vague canola/soybean/palm oil blend and artificial flavor
  • Sodium sulfite and soy lecithin additive helpers

Simpler options to consider

  • Look for graham crackers with whole wheat flour, honey, and butter, and no artificial flavor
  • Choose versions with a named single oil, such as butter or a specified vegetable oil

You are viewing ingredients and processing. Switch to Longevity for nutrition and longer-term eating pattern fit.

Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Roundy's Graham Crackers, Honey
Category
Snacks (source: Cookies & Biscuits)
GTIN / UPC
00011150227520
Serving size
31 g (2 whole crackers)
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

Graham Crackers, Honey

Roundy's

Lower integrity

Warning Signs

Refined enriched flour, sugar, and canola/soybean/palm oil blend lead the list, with artificial flavor and sodium sulfite hiding in the fine print.

Consider This

Artificial flavor, soy lecithin, baking soda, and calcium phosphate point to a formulated cracker rather than a simple kitchen recipe.

Good Substitutes

Try a short-list graham cracker made with whole wheat flour, honey, butter, and baking soda, with no artificial flavor or sulfites.

Overall Assessment

Lower integrity

This is a shelf-stable snack built on refined wheat, sugar, and a mixed vegetable oil blend, with a few additive helpers doing flavor and texture work. The honey and whole graham flour add some real-food character, but the list is more engineered than homemade. Enjoy it occasionally rather than as a daily staple, especially if you are watching refined ingredients or additives.

Key Highlights

What stood out

  • Refined enriched flour and sugar lead the list
  • Vague canola/soybean/palm oil blend and artificial flavor
  • Sodium sulfite and soy lecithin additive helpers

Family Watchlist

Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.

  • Canola and/or soybean and/or palm oil — Refined oil blend with vague sourcing.
  • Artificial flavor — Undisclosed synthetic flavor system.
  • Sodium sulfite — Sulfite preservative.
  • Soy lecithin — Soy-derived emulsifier.
  • Sugar — Refined sweetener.

Highest concern ingredients

  • Artificial flavor (7/10) — Undisclosed synthetic flavor system.
  • Canola and/or soybean and/or palm oil (6/10) — Vague refined oil blend.
  • Sodium sulfite (6/10) — Preservative with sulfite considerations.

Better choice tips

  • Look for graham crackers with whole wheat flour, honey, and butter, and no artificial flavor.
  • Choose versions with a named single oil, such as butter or a specified vegetable oil.

Ingredients

Ingredient list

ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), GRAHAM FLOUR (WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT FLOUR), SUGAR, CANOLA AND/OR SOYBEAN AND/OR PALM OIL, HONEY, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, BAKING SODA, SOY LECITHIN, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE (LEAVENING), ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SODIUM SULFITE.

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

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

  1. Artificial flavorConcern 7/10 — Higher concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term

    What this is

    Vague ingredient

    Processing category

    Synthetic / man-made

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Undisclosed flavor blend; many users prefer to avoid artificial flavor.

    Additional note

    Vague synthetic flavor system; composition undisclosed.

    Family watchlist

    Artificial flavor, composition undisclosed.

  2. Canola and/or soybean and/or palm oilConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernVague refined oilWatchlist · Vague label term

    What this is

    Vague refined oil

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Unspecified refined oil blend; source varies by batch.

    Additional note

    Vague refined oil blend with unclear sourcing.

    Family watchlist

    Refined seed/palm oil blend, vague sourcing.

  3. Sodium sulfiteConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Preservative

    Processing category

    Synthetic / man-made

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Preservative with sulfite sensitivity considerations for some users.

    Additional note

    Preservative used to limit browning and spoilage.

    Family watchlist

    Sulfite preservative; sensitivity considerations.

  4. Soy lecithinConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Emulsifier

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Emulsifier added for dough handling and texture.

    Additional note

    Emulsifier derived from soy processing.

    Family watchlist

    Emulsifier, soy-derived processing aid.

View all 11 ingredient assessments
  1. Enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined flour

    What this is

    Refined flour

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Refined grain base with stripped fiber and added vitamins.

    Additional note

    Refined wheat flour with vitamins added back.

  2. SugarConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist

    What this is

    Sweetener

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Added sugar is a refined sweetener many users track.

    Additional note

    Refined sweetener, common in baked goods.

    Family watchlist

    Refined sweetener many users track.

  3. Calcium phosphate (leavening)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernLeavening agentAdditive

    What this is

    Leavening agent

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Leavening helper adding formulation to the dough system.

    Additional note

    Leavening acid used in baking.

  4. HoneyConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable natural sweetener with minimal processing.

    Additional note

    Natural sweetener, minimally processed.

  5. Baking sodaConcern 1/10 — Very low concernLeavening agent

    What this is

    Leavening agent

    Processing category

    Processed

    Why it matters

    Common baking ingredient with low concern.

    Additional note

    Traditional leavening agent.

  6. Graham flour (whole grain wheat flour)Concern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole grain

    What this is

    Whole grain

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Whole grain adds recognizable real-food character.

    Additional note

    Whole grain wheat flour, minimally processed.

  7. SaltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Traditional seasoning with no concern.

    Additional note

    Basic seasoning, simple mineral.

This is an ingredient-based integrity estimate, 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-outs

    Metabolic 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.

    See more for this goal

  • GLP-1 Eating Support

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic 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", "honey". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic 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.

    See more for this goal

  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic 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", "honey". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

  • Athletic Fueling

    Supportive

    Athletic Performance

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

    A supportive signal: Carb fueling ingredients (Mentions "honey". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

  • Vegan

    Watch-outs

    Dietary 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 "honey". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

See how this product fits your goals

Choose what matters most to you and explore a more detailed interpretation of this product's nutrition, ingredients, and tradeoffs.

Personalize this analysis

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 Roundy's Graham Crackers, Honey 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?

Roundy's Graham Crackers, Honey shows about 0.99g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Roundy's Graham Crackers, Honey: 8g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sugar, Honey. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains some whole grain graham flour; Simple short ingredient list; Low saturated fat per serving.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Refined enriched flour is the primary base; Added sugar and honey sweeteners; Contains artificial flavor and sulfite preservative.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

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

Other published analyses in Snacks, 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

See how this item lines up with your goals

Healthy Food Guide covers this product in detail. In KarbCoach, your goals shape what matters most for your meals.

Set your goals in KarbCoach

Also available in the app

Download on the App StoreGet it onGoogle Play