Nature's Path Organic Heritage Flakes — OKAY

Munch or Dump rates Nature's Path Organic Heritage Flakes by Nature's Path Organic OKAY — score 60/90.

A genuinely whole-grain flake built from six ancient grains, dragged down only by two added sweeteners (cane sugar and honey).

Why this verdict

• Six whole ancient grains plus wheat bran make up almost the entire list
• 7g fiber and 5g protein per serving from real grains
• No artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, emulsifiers or modified starch
• Two added sweeteners (cane sugar + honey) keep it out of MUNCH territory

Ingredients (12)

• Kamut khorasan wheat flour (organic) (safe) — An ancient whole wheat, higher in protein and minerals than modern refined flour.
• Wheat bran (organic) (safe) — The fiber-dense outer layer of the grain — good for digestion and blood sugar.
• Whole wheat meal (organic) (safe) — Whole grain, keeps fiber and germ intact.
• Cane sugar (organic) (concerning) — The #2 ingredient — pure added sugar, organic or not.
• Whole oat flour (organic) (safe) — Whole oats bring soluble fiber that helps cholesterol.
• Spelt flour (organic) (safe) — An ancient whole wheat variety, nutrient-dense.
• Barley flour (organic) (safe) — Whole grain, high in beta-glucan fiber.
• Whole millet (organic) (safe) — A whole ancient grain, high in protein and minerals.
• Barley malt extract (organic) (moderate) — A malt-derived sweetener — a second distinct added sugar layered into the mix.
• Quinoa (organic) (safe) — A complete-protein whole grain with fiber.
• Sea Salt (safe) — Small amount for flavor balance.
• Honey (organic) (moderate) — A third distinct added sugar — nutritionally it still behaves like sugar in your body.

Healthier alternatives

• Nestlé Bitesize Shredded Wheat
• Shredded Wheat