Frosted Shredded Wheat
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Frosted Shredded Wheat by Best Choice scores 10/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
Frosted Shredded Wheat by Best Choice provides 350 calories, 8.3g protein, 1.7g fat, and 81.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Excellent source of fiber with 10.0g per 100g — well above average for this food type.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (20.0g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
Frosted Shredded Wheat by Best Choice sits near the middle of the cereals category with 350 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 350 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 8.3g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 20.0g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 10.0g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer.
Watch Out
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Frosted Shredded Wheat doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
whole grain wheat, sugar, gelatin, natural and artificial flavor, red 40, blue 1. bht added to preserve freshness. vitamins and minerals: reduced iron, niacinamide (vitamin b3), folic acid, zinc òxide (source of zinc), pyridóxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), riboflavin (vitamin b2), thiamin mononitrate (vitamin b1), vitamin b12. contains wheat. proudly