The ingredient score
One score, built from sources you can actually check.
We don't call foods "good" or "bad." We combine three things — how processed it is, which additives it contains, and what public residue data says — into a single number so you can make an informed choice in a few seconds.
01 · Processing
NOVA classification
Every ingredient is mapped to a NOVA group (unprocessed, culinary ingredient, processed, ultra-processed). The score reflects the share of ultra-processed content, not a blanket verdict.
02 · Additives
Regulatory context
Additives are cross-referenced with EFSA, FDA and Codex evaluations. We surface where an additive is approved, restricted, or under active review — not whether it's 'good' or 'bad'.
03 · Residue
Pesticide residue notes
For fresh produce we highlight residue monitoring findings from public datasets so you can weigh conventional versus organic where it actually matters.
Example breakdown
See how a score is built.
Pick a product and see how each factor contributes. Real scans in the app include the exact ingredients pulled from public databases; these examples are simplified for clarity.
Overall
Plain Greek yogurt
88
Minimal processing
Processing
NOVA 1 — milk, live cultures. No ultra-processed content.
Additives
None declared.
Residue
Not applicable for dairy in this dataset.
Data sources
Public, cited, checkable.
We build on datasets that experts and regulators publish openly. If you want to verify a specific ingredient claim, every source here is a click away.
Educational information — not medical advice.
NakedCalorie is a tool for informed choice. Nothing here is a diagnosis, treatment, or dietary prescription. Talk to a qualified clinician for medical questions, especially if you're managing a condition, pregnant, or feeding children.
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