frosted shredded wheat
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
frosted shredded wheat by Hannaford scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
frosted shredded wheat by Hannaford 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 health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓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 Hannaford 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)
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
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, vitamins and minerals: ferric ortho - phosphate, niacinamide, zinc oxide, vitamin b6, riboflavin, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid, vitamin b12, bht added to packaging material to help preserve freshness, contains: wheat,