Post Shredded Wheat Original — OKAY
Munch or Dump rates Post Shredded Wheat Original by Post OKAY — score 60/90.
Basically just whole wheat and bran — high fiber, no sugar, no salt. The only knock is BHT, a synthetic preservative some countries restrict.
Why this verdict
- Whole grain wheat and bran are the entire food — genuinely minimally processed
- No added sugar and no added salt, which is unusual for cereal
- Good source of fiber (6g per serving)
- BHT, a synthetic preservative restricted in some countries, is the one blemish
- High glycemic index — spikes blood sugar faster than 'whole grain' suggests
Ingredients (3)
- Whole Grain Wheat (safe) — Intact whole grain with fiber, protein and slow-release carbs.
- WHEAT BRAN (safe) — Adds insoluble fibre - a genuine positive for digestion.
- BHT (concerning) — Synthetic antioxidant added to preserve freshness. Restricted in the EU and Japan; flagged for possible endocrine and cancer concerns at high doses.