Nestlé

shredded wheat

Barcode 7613287170989

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No — shredded wheat is not ultra-processed.

Great choice! Made with a simple, minimally processed whole grain.

Shredded Wheat is not ultra-processed. It contains only whole grain wheat, a minimally processed cereal ingredient, with no industrial formulations, refined syrups, flavorings, emulsifiers, or other additives associated with NOVA ultra-processing.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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whole grain wheat

Whole grain wheat is the unrefined grain including bran, germ, and endosperm. Used as a basic cereal grain and staple food.

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Common questions about shredded wheat

Is shredded wheat ultra-processed?

No — shredded wheat by Nestlé is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Shredded Wheat is not ultra-processed. It contains only whole grain wheat, a minimally processed cereal ingredient, with no industrial formulations, refined syrups, flavorings, emulsifiers, or other additives associated with NOVA ultra-processing.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.