
Frosted Shredded Wheat
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Frosted Shredded Wheat by Foodhold scores 10/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
Frosted Shredded Wheat by Foodhold provides 365 calories, 9.5g protein, 1.6g fat, and 84.1g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.6g 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 9.1g 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 (20.6g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
Frosted Shredded Wheat by Foodhold sits near the middle of the cereals category with 365 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 365 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 9.5g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 20.6g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 9.1g 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
- ⚠Sugar content of 20.6g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠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, ferric orthophosphate, niacinamide, zinc oxide, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), riboflavin (vitamin b2), thiamin mononitrate (vitamin b1), folic acid, vitamin b12