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Wheat Thins Sundried Tomato & Basil Snacks: Food Integrity analysis

Updated 2026-10-19 · Wheat Thins

Quick answer

Mixed integrity

Wheat Thins sundried tomato & basil snacks received a Food Integrity Score of 74 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects moderately processed and moderate additive load. This is a fairly recognizable cracker built on whole grain wheat flour, but the seasoning system and refined sweeteners push it toward a more engineered profile. Enjoy it occasionally rather than as a daily staple, especially if you prefer fewer flavor helpers and preservatives. Main considerations include canola oil and refiner's syrup, vague spices and natural flavor, and sulfur dioxide preservative. Simpler options: Look for crackers with olive oil and fewer added sweeteners; choose options listing specific herbs and spices rather than vague blends.

Food Integrity Score 74/100

What stood out on the label?

  • Moderately processed
  • Moderate additive load
  • Transparency: Medium

What to watch?

  • Canola oil and refiner's syrup
  • Vague spices and natural flavor
  • Sulfur dioxide preservative

Simpler options to consider

  • Look for crackers with olive oil and fewer added sweeteners
  • Choose options listing specific herbs and spices rather than vague blends

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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Wheat Thins Sundried Tomato & Basil Snacks
Category
Snacks (source: Crackers & Biscotti)
GTIN / UPC
00044000069247
Serving size
30 g (15 pieces)
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

Sundried Tomato & Basil Snacks

Wheat Thins

Mixed integrity

Warning Signs

Canola oil, refiner's syrup, and sulfur dioxide sulfites stand out, and "natural flavor" plus "spices" hide details.

Consider This

Natural flavor, yeast extract, and spices are vague flavor helpers typical of factory-formulated crackers.

Good Substitutes

Try crackers made with whole wheat flour, olive oil, and dried tomato and basil you can recognize on the label.

Overall Assessment

Mixed integrity

This is a fairly recognizable cracker built on whole grain wheat flour, but the seasoning system and refined sweeteners push it toward a more engineered profile. Enjoy it occasionally rather than as a daily staple, especially if you prefer fewer flavor helpers and preservatives.

Key Highlights

What stood out

  • Canola oil and refiner's syrup
  • Vague spices and natural flavor
  • Sulfur dioxide preservative

Family Watchlist

Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.

  • Canola oil — Refined seed oil
  • Refiner's syrup — Refined sweetener
  • Spices (includes basil) — Vague category
  • Yeast extract — Flavor enhancer
  • Natural flavor (contains celery) — Vague flavor and celery
  • Sulfur dioxide (sulfites) — Preservative and sulfites

Highest concern ingredients

  • Natural flavor (contains celery) (6/10) — Vague flavor system with celery.
  • Sulfur dioxide (sulfites) (6/10) — Preservative with sulfite declaration.
  • Canola oil (5/10) — Refined seed oil.

Better choice tips

  • Look for crackers with olive oil and fewer added sweeteners.
  • Choose options listing specific herbs and spices rather than vague blends.

Ingredients

Ingredient list

WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT FLOUR, CANOLA OIL, SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, MALT SYRUP (FROM CORN AND BARLEY), REFINER'S SYRUP, SALT, LEAVENING (CALCIUM PHOSPHATE AND BAKING SODA), TOMATO POWDER, SUNDRIED TOMATO POWDER, PAPRIKA, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES (INCLUDES BASIL), ONION POWDER, DRIED RED AND GREEN BELL PEPPERS, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVOR (CONTAINS CELERY), SULFUR DIOXIDE (SULFITES) TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS.

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

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

  1. Natural flavor (contains celery)Concern 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 vague blend and this one contains celery.

    Additional note

    Vague flavor system that also contains celery.

    Family watchlist

    Vague flavor; celery

  2. Sulfur dioxide (sulfites) to preserve freshnessConcern 6/10 — Moderate concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Preservative

    Processing category

    Synthetic / man-made

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Sulfites are preservatives some users want to avoid.

    Additional note

    Preservative that also declares sulfites.

    Family watchlist

    Preservative; sulfites

  3. 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 often flagged by users seeking simpler fats.

    Additional note

    Refined seed oil used as a fat source.

    Family watchlist

    Refined seed oil

  4. Refiner's syrupConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSyrupWatchlist

    What this is

    Syrup

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Refined syrups are a sweetener category many users prefer to limit.

    Additional note

    Refined syrup byproduct used as sweetener.

    Family watchlist

    Refined sweetener syrup

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  1. Yeast extractConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernFlavor enhancerWatchlist · Additive

    What this is

    Flavor enhancer

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Yeast extract is a flavor-enhancing helper many users want to know about.

    Additional note

    Concentrated flavor ingredient rich in glutamates.

  2. Malt syrup (from corn and barley)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernSyrup

    What this is

    Syrup

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Syrups add refined sweetness and processing beyond plain grain.

    Additional note

    Syrup sweetener made from processed corn and barley.

  3. Spices (includes basil)Concern 4/10 — Mild concernVague ingredientWatchlist · Vague label term

    What this is

    Vague ingredient

    Processing category

    Unknown / not listed

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Broad spice blends hide exact components from the label.

    Additional note

    Broad spice category with unspecified components.

    Family watchlist

    Vague spice category

  4. SugarConcern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetener

    What this is

    Sweetener

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Added refined sugar adds sweetness without fiber or nutrients.

    Additional note

    Refined sweetener added for flavor and browning.

  5. CornstarchConcern 3/10 — Mild concernStarch

    What this is

    Starch

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Refined starch adds texture and crispness in place of whole ingredients.

    Additional note

    Refined starch used for texture.

  6. Leavening (calcium phosphate and baking soda)Concern 3/10 — Mild concernLeavening agentAdditive

    What this is

    Leavening agent

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Additive load

    Why it matters

    Chemical leaveners are functional additives used for texture and rise.

    Additional note

    Chemical leavening agents for rise.

  7. SaltConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSeasoning

    What this is

    Seasoning

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Why it matters

    Common seasoning; sodium contributes to the label's sodium total.

    Additional note

    Standard seasoning and flavor ingredient.

  8. Tomato powderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernDried vegetable

    What this is

    Dried vegetable

    Processing category

    Processed

    Why it matters

    Provides tomato flavor from a dried vegetable base.

    Additional note

    Dried tomato powder for flavor and color.

  9. Sundried tomato powderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernDried vegetable

    What this is

    Dried vegetable

    Processing category

    Processed

    Why it matters

    Dried tomato adds flavor with minimal added processing.

    Additional note

    Dried tomato powder for flavor.

  10. PaprikaConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSpice

    What this is

    Spice

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    A recognizable spice used for flavor and color.

    Additional note

    Ground dried pepper used as seasoning.

  11. Garlic powderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSpice

    What this is

    Spice

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    A recognizable dried seasoning ingredient.

    Additional note

    Dried ground garlic for seasoning.

  12. Onion powderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSpice

    What this is

    Spice

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    A recognizable dried seasoning ingredient.

    Additional note

    Dried ground onion used for seasoning.

  13. Dried red and green bell peppersConcern 1/10 — Very low concernDried vegetable

    What this is

    Dried vegetable

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable dried vegetable with minimal processing.

    Additional note

    Dried vegetable pieces for flavor.

  14. Whole grain wheat flourConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole grain

    What this is

    Whole grain

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Provides the core grain base with minimal refinement.

    Additional note

    Recognizable whole grain base ingredient.

This Food Integrity score reflects ingredient-list simplicity and formulation signals only. It is not a medical safety rating or health 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)

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  • 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)

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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 "tomato", "pepper". See ingredients for details.)

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  • 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 "tomato", "pepper". See ingredients for details.)

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  • 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 "tomato", "pepper". See ingredients for details.)

    See more for this goal

  • Low-Carb Lifestyle

    Watch-outs

    Dietary 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 "flour", "wheat flour", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)

    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 Wheat Thins Sundried Tomato & Basil Snacks highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Moderately 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?

Wheat Thins Sundried Tomato & Basil Snacks shows about 2.01g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Wheat Thins Sundried Tomato & Basil Snacks: 4g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sugar, Malt syrup. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Whole grain wheat flour is the first ingredient; Real tomato and vegetable powders; Low saturated fat and modest sodium.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Sugar and malt syrups add sweetness; Canola oil and natural flavor add processing; Sulfites added as a 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

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