Food Analysis Tools
Interactive educational tools for analyzing food processing levels, comparing products, and understanding ingredient composition based on scientific methodology.
🧮 Interactive Calculators•📊 Data-Driven Analysis•🔬 Science-Based
Processing Score Calculator
Calculate processing scores for any food product based on ingredient analysis. Uses the same methodology as our database of 1.97 million products.
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NOVA Classification System
Ingredient-by-ingredient analysis
Compare with database averages
Product Comparison Tool
Compare 2-3 products side-by-side analyzing processing scores, nutrition scores, ingredients, and nutritional differences.
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Side-by-side score comparison
Ingredient difference analysis
Nutritional value comparison
How These Tools Work
Processing Score Methodology
Base Score Assignment
Starting score based on total ingredient count, from 1.0 (single ingredient) to 7.0+ (21+ ingredients)
Processing Penalties
Additional points for artificial colors (+2.0), artificial flavors (+2.0), HFCS (+1.5), preservatives (+0.6-1.5)
Final Classification
Level 1 (≤2.5), Level 2 (2.6-5.0), Level 3 (5.1-8.0), Level 4 (>8.0)
Nutrition Score Methodology
Positive Factors
Points added for protein (+3), dietary fiber (+2), fermented dairy (+1)
Negative Factors
Points subtracted for added sugars (-3), sodium (-2), saturated fat (-2), trans fat (-1.5)
Final Rating
Scale 0-10 (higher is better): Poor (0-2.9), Fair (3-4.9), Good (5-6.9), Excellent (7+)
Tool Usage Guidelines
Best Practices
- • Compare similar product types
- • Use complete ingredient lists
- • Consider serving size differences
- • Look for patterns, not absolute values
Understanding Results
- • Scores are educational indicators
- • Based on available data only
- • Individual products may vary
- • Not health recommendations
Data Sources
- • USDA FoodData Central
- • Open Food Facts database
- • FDA ingredient classifications
- • NOVA processing framework
Our Database at a Glance
1.97M
Products Analyzed
270K
Unique Ingredients
36K
Brands Covered
447
Food Categories
Learn More About Our Methodology
Disclaimer: All tools and data visualizations are provided for educational and informational purposes only. They are not intended as health, medical, or dietary advice. Always consult healthcare professionals for personalized dietary guidance.