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365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Bran Flakes Cereal, 15 Ounce
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365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Bran Flakes Cereal, 15 Ounce

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
130
Calories
5g
Protein
3g
Sugars
125mg
Sodium
7g
Fiber
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You’d spot this box in the natural/organic cereal aisle or the breakfast section of a Whole Foods, grabbed on busy mornings or when stocking a pantry for wholesome breakfasts. It feels simple and comforting—nostalgic bran flakes that promise a healthy start—yet the ready-to-eat crisp texture and added sugars hint at industrial processing. The ingredient list shows mostly whole-grain components but the product’s flaked form and added sweeteners point to commercial manufacturing typical of ultra-processed cereals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CUP
Servings per Container: 1
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate32g12%
Dietary Fiber7g25%
Total Sugars3g
Protein5g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

ORGANIC, WHOLE, WHEAT, ORGANIC, WHEAT, BRAN, SUGARS, (ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR,, ORGANIC, MALTED, BARLEY, EXTRACT), SEA, SALT..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although made from whole wheat and bran, this ready-to-eat flaked cereal contains added sugars and is industrially processed into a crisp commercial product, characteristics consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about 365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Bran Flakes Cereal, 15 Ounce

Absolutely! The Organic Bran Flakes are a great source of dietary fiber, packing in 7 grams per cup. This is beneficial for digestive health and can help keep you feeling fuller longer. Just remember, 'healthy' can be subjective — they’re a solid choice compared to sugary cereals, but always balance them with other food groups.

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$3.69
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