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Sun-Maid Chocolate Yogurt Covered Raisins 6-Pack/1oz Cartons: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Lower integrity
Sun-Maid chocolate yogurt covered raisins 6-pack/1oz cartons received a Food Integrity Score of 47 out of 100 (lower integrity). This reflects highly processed and moderate additive load. This is a candy-coated snack built around hydrogenated palm kernel oil and layered coating helpers, so it reads as a sometimes treat rather than an everyday snack. Raisins are the recognizable base, but the coating and glaze do most of the formulation work. Main considerations include hydrogenated palm kernel oil in the coating, confectioners glaze is an insect-derived shellac, and multiple texture and emulsifier helpers. Simpler options: Choose plain raisins or dark chocolate without hydrogenated oil or glaze; look for coatings made with cocoa butter and no added emulsifiers.
Food Integrity Score 47/100
What stood out on the label?
- Highly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: Medium
What to watch?
- Hydrogenated palm kernel oil in the coating
- Confectioners glaze is an insect-derived shellac
- Multiple texture and emulsifier helpers
Simpler options to consider
- Choose plain raisins or dark chocolate without hydrogenated oil or glaze
- Look for coatings made with cocoa butter and no added emulsifiers
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Sun-Maid Chocolate Yogurt Covered Raisins 6-Pack/1oz Cartons
- Brand
- Sun-Maid
- Category
- Prepared Meals (source: Fruit - Prepared/Processed)
- GTIN / UPC
00041143090800- Serving size
- 28 g (1 box (28g))
- 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
Chocolate Yogurt Covered Raisins 6-Pack/1oz Cartons
Sun-Maid
Lower integrity
Warning Signs
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil and Soy Lecithin carry real formulation weight, and Confectioners Glaze is an animal-derived shellac coating.
Consider This
The coating's yogurt powder, whey, tapioca dextrin, and emulsifier stack look like a constructed candy shell, not a simple recipe.
Good Substitutes
Plain raisins with dark chocolate and no hydrogenated oil or glaze.
Overall Assessment
Lower integrityThis is a candy-coated snack built around hydrogenated palm kernel oil and layered coating helpers, so it reads as a sometimes treat rather than an everyday snack. Raisins are the recognizable base, but the coating and glaze do most of the formulation work.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Hydrogenated palm kernel oil in the coating
- Confectioners glaze is an insect-derived shellac
- Multiple texture and emulsifier helpers
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil — Hydrogenated oil
- Confectioners Glaze — Animal-derived shellac
- Soy Lecithin — Emulsifier
- Sugar — Refined sweetener
Highest concern ingredients
- Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil (8/10) — Hydrogenated fat for texture and shelf stability.
- Confectioners Glaze (7/10) — Animal-derived shellac glaze.
- Soy Lecithin (6/10) — Emulsifier formulation helper.
Better choice tips
- Choose plain raisins or dark chocolate without hydrogenated oil or glaze.
- Look for coatings made with cocoa butter and no added emulsifiers.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
Ingredients: Chocolate Yogurt Flavored Coating (Sugar, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa Powder, Whey Powder, Nonfat Milk Powder, Yogurt Powder [Cultured Whey and Nonfat Milk], Soy Lecithin [An Emulsifier], Natural Vanilla Flavor), California Raisins, Tapioca Dextrin, Confectioners Glaze.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel OilConcern 8/10 — Higher concernHydrogenated oilWatchlist · Higher concern
What this is
Hydrogenated oil
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Hydrogenation is an industrial process used to set fat texture.
Additional note
Hydrogenated fat used for texture and shelf stability.
Family watchlist
Hydrogenated oil.
Confectioners GlazeConcern 7/10 — Higher concernGlazing agentWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Glazing agent
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Shellac is an insect-derived glazing agent many users want flagged.
Additional note
Shellac-based glaze; animal-derived resin.
Family watchlist
Animal-derived glazing agent.
Soy LecithinConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifierWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier
Processing category
Synthetic / man-made
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Emulsifiers are formulation helpers that adjust texture and flow.
Additional note
Emulsifier used to control coating texture.
Family watchlist
Emulsifier.
Tapioca DextrinConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernStarch derivativeWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Starch derivative
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Dextrins are processed carbohydrates used as coating helpers.
Additional note
Modified starch-derived carbohydrate used for texture.
Family watchlist
Processed starch derivative.
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Natural Vanilla FlavorConcern 4/10 — Mild concernFlavorWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Flavor
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Flavor systems can be broad, though this one is specific.
Additional note
Flavor system; source and extraction vary.
Family watchlist
Flavoring.
SugarConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar is a major coating component here.
Additional note
Refined sweetener, common in candy coatings.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener.
Whey PowderConcern 3/10 — Mild concernDairy ingredient
What this is
Dairy ingredient
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Dried dairy fraction adds formulation flavor and texture.
Additional note
Dairy-derived protein powder used in coating.
Yogurt Powder [Cultured Whey and Nonfat Milk]Concern 3/10 — Mild concernFlavor powder
What this is
Flavor powder
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Yogurt flavor is built from dried dairy powder, not whole yogurt.
Additional note
Dried cultured dairy powder for yogurt flavor.
Nonfat Milk PowderConcern 2/10 — Very low concernDairy ingredient
What this is
Dairy ingredient
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Dried milk solids are common in confectionery coatings.
Additional note
Dried dairy ingredient, category-normal.
Cocoa PowderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Main concern area
Transparency Context
Why it matters
Cocoa products can carry heavy-metal testing context.
Additional note
Category-normal cocoa processing.
California RaisinsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
The recognizable fruit base of the product.
Additional note
Dried fruit, recognizable base ingredient.
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
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
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm kernel", "hydrogenated". See ingredients for details.)
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.)
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 "milk", "whey", "yogurt". 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 "milk", "whey", "yogurt". 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: Higher processing level (Highly processed)
This product has 2 additional signals 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 2 additional signals 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 2 additional signals for this goal.
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 "palm kernel", "hydrogenated". 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 "soy". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm kernel", "hydrogenated". See ingredients for details.)
Athletic Fueling
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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.
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.
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 Sun-Maid Chocolate Yogurt Covered Raisins 6-Pack/1oz Cartons 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?
Sun-Maid Chocolate Yogurt Covered Raisins 6-Pack/1oz Cartons shows about 1.01g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Sun-Maid Chocolate Yogurt Covered Raisins 6-Pack/1oz Cartons: 10g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Real raisins provide whole-fruit fiber; Modest portion size per carton; Contains some dairy protein from yogurt powder.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Added sugar from coating and sugar as first ingredient; Hydrogenated palm kernel oil adds saturated fat; Multiple processing aids such as glaze and dextrin.
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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