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Simple Truth Curry Cashews: Food Integrity analysis

Updated 2026-10-17 · Simple Truth

Quick answer

Mixed integrity

Simple Truth curry cashews received a Food Integrity Score of 74 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects lightly processed and moderate additive load. Roasted cashews are a simple base, but the oil coating and seasoning blend add refined oils, a maltodextrin filler, and vague flavor components. Enjoy this occasionally rather than as a daily snack, since a homemade version would be simpler. Main considerations include refined seed oils on the cashews and in the seasoning, maltodextrin and natural flavor in the seasoning blend, and vague spice and extract components. Simpler options: Choose plain roasted cashews with no added oil or seasoning; season with homemade curry spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander.

Food Integrity Score 74/100

What stood out on the label?

  • Lightly processed
  • Moderate additive load
  • Transparency: Medium

What to watch?

  • Refined seed oils on the cashews and in the seasoning
  • Maltodextrin and natural flavor in the seasoning blend
  • Vague spice and extract components

Simpler options to consider

  • Choose plain roasted cashews with no added oil or seasoning
  • Season with homemade curry spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander

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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Simple Truth Curry Cashews
Category
Snacks (source: Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks)
GTIN / UPC
00011110912466
Serving size
30 g (1/4 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

Curry Cashews

Simple Truth

Mixed integrity

Warning Signs

Canola oil, sunflower oil, maltodextrin, and natural flavor show up here, and the seasoning blend is a bit vague.

Consider This

The curry seasoning blend with maltodextrin, natural flavor, and extractive of spice reads like a flavor-engineered mix, not plain kitchen spices.

Good Substitutes

Plain roasted cashews with a homemade curry powder of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and salt keeps the flavor without the vague blend.

Overall Assessment

Mixed integrity

Roasted cashews are a simple base, but the oil coating and seasoning blend add refined oils, a maltodextrin filler, and vague flavor components. Enjoy this occasionally rather than as a daily snack, since a homemade version would be simpler.

Key Highlights

What stood out

  • Refined seed oils on the cashews and in the seasoning
  • Maltodextrin and natural flavor in the seasoning blend
  • Vague spice and extract components

Family Watchlist

Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.

  • Sunflower and/or canola oil — Refined seed oil
  • Maltodextrin — Refined starch carrier
  • Natural flavor — Vague flavor system
  • Canola oil — Refined seed oil
  • Extractive of spice — Concentrated extract

Highest concern ingredients

  • Natural flavor (6/10) — Vague flavor system with undisclosed components.
  • Maltodextrin (5/10) — Refined starch carrier in seasoning.
  • Sunflower and/or canola oil (5/10) — Refined seed oil coating.

Better choice tips

  • Choose plain roasted cashews with no added oil or seasoning.
  • Season with homemade curry spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander.

Ingredients

Ingredient list

CASHEWS (CASHEWS, SUNFLOWER AND/OR CANOLA OIL), CURRY SEASONING (SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, SPICES, TORULA YEAST, ONION, GARLIC, TURMERIC, NATURAL FLAVOR, CANOLA OIL, EXTRACTIVE OF SPICE).

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

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

  1. Natural flavorConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term

    What this is

    Vague ingredient

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Vague flavor system whose components are not disclosed.

    Additional note

    Vague flavor system with undisclosed components.

    Family watchlist

    Undisclosed flavor components.

  2. Sunflower and/or 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 a common watchlist item for many users.

    Additional note

    Refined seed oil used as coating; source varies.

    Family watchlist

    Refined seed oil used as a coating.

  3. MaltodextrinConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernFillerWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Filler

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Refined starch carrier that signals formulation work in seasoning blends.

    Additional note

    Refined starch-derived filler and carrier.

    Family watchlist

    Refined starch carrier used in seasoning.

  4. 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 a common watchlist item for many users.

    Additional note

    Refined seed oil used in seasoning.

    Family watchlist

    Refined seed oil in seasoning.

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  1. Extractive of spiceConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernExtractWatchlist · Additive · Vague label term

    What this is

    Extract

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Concentrated extract signals processing beyond plain spices.

    Additional note

    Concentrated spice extract; processing not specified.

    Family watchlist

    Concentrated extract with unspecified processing.

  2. Torula yeastConcern 3/10 — Mild concernFlavor ingredient

    What this is

    Flavor ingredient

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Processed yeast ingredient commonly used for savory flavor.

    Additional note

    Yeast-derived savory ingredient, processed for flavor.

  3. SpicesConcern 2/10 — Very low concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term

    What this is

    Vague ingredient

    Processing category

    Unknown / not listed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Broad category hides which specific spices are used.

    Additional note

    Broad category; individual spices not disclosed.

    Family watchlist

    Broad spice category without specifics.

  4. SaltConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSeasoning

    What this is

    Seasoning

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Why it matters

    Common seasoning with minimal formulation concern.

    Additional note

    Basic seasoning; mildly refined.

  5. CashewsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole food with no added concern.

    Additional note

    Simple whole nut; roasting is category-normal.

  6. OnionConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole food with no added concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable vegetable seasoning.

  7. GarlicConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole food with no added concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable vegetable seasoning.

  8. TurmericConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable spice with no added concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable spice.

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.

  • 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: Family watchlist items (Sunflower and/or canola oil)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • 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: Family watchlist items (Sunflower and/or canola oil)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods

    Watch-outs

    Dietary 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 (Sunflower and/or canola oil)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Paleo-Style Eating

    Watch-outs

    Dietary Patterns

    For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Added-sugar cues (Mentions "maltodextrin". See ingredients for details.)

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  • Low-Spike Stability

    Neutral

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Neutral

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.

    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 Simple Truth Curry Cashews 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.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Simple Truth Curry Cashews shows about 0.99g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Simple Truth Curry Cashews: 2g total 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: Cashews provide protein and unsaturated fats; Short, recognizable core ingredient list; Low added sugar (about 2g per serving).

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Seed oils (sunflower/canola) used in coating and seasoning; Maltodextrin and natural flavor indicate some processing; Low fiber (about 1g 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 snacks differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

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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.

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