Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal by Cream of Wheat scores 8/10 for Energy based on good carb content for sustained energy.
Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal by Cream of Wheat provides 246 calories, 13.1g protein, 0.0g fat, and 47.5g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.3g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Bone Health, Energy health goals.
- ✓Contains 13.1g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓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.
Deep Analysis
Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal by Cream of Wheat is a lower-calorie option in the cereals category at 246 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 406.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 246 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 13.1g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 13.1g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 1.6g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
Watch Out
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-fiber choices for better digestive health, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
WHEAT FARINA, CALCIUM CARBONATE, SALT, DEFATTED WHEAT GERM, GUAR GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (IRON), NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), BHT (TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID, CHOLECALCIFEROL (VITAMIN D3). CONTAINS WHEAT