Fiber
12g
43% of Daily Value
Protein
12g
24% of Daily Value
Added sugar
0g
0% of Daily Value
Sodium
0mg
0% of Daily Value
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What it brings to the tableFiber (12g)+12
Protein (12g)+8
Micronutrients (Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc)+8
Minimally processed (NOVA 2)+8
Bonus cap (+35)-1
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What holds it backNothing significantly penalised here. Well done.
Reader questions
Is shredded wheat healthy?
Shredded Wheat scores 85/100 (Very good). It's minimally processed, which supports the score. Its fiber content is a meaningful positive.
Is shredded wheat good for weight loss?
Yes — Shredded Wheat is relatively satiating thanks to its protein content.
Is shredded wheat safe for people with diabetes?
Shredded Wheat has little or no added sugar per 100g, which makes it a reasonable fit for blood-sugar-aware eating patterns.
Is shredded wheat ultra-processed?
No — Shredded Wheat is NOVA 2, meaning it's either whole (1), culinary (2), or lightly processed (3).
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Data & references
- Nutrient values: USDA FoodData Central.
- Daily Value baselines: FDA Daily Values and NIH Dietary Reference Intakes.
- Dietary pattern guidance: USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025.
- Processing classification: NOVA food classification.
- Scoring formula: FoodScore methodology.