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365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Instant Oatmeal, Carrot Cake, 8 Count, 11.3 Ounce
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365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Instant Oatmeal, Carrot Cake, 8 Count, 11.3 Ounce

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
150
Calories
4g
Protein
11g
Sugars
200mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
42
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this in the cereal/instant oatmeal aisle or in an organic breakfast section at Whole Foods and pull it when mornings are rushed or you want a sweet, familiar start to the day. It reads nostalgic and comforting — a carrot-cake-flavored spin on a classic breakfast — while the organic label gives a wholesome, premium vibe. The instant format, added sugars, powdered dairy/flavor blends and emulsifiers (gum arabic, lactic acid) point to industrial processing that yields a smooth, quick-to-prepare texture and aligns with ultraprocessed product characteristics.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 PACKET
Servings per Container: 8
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate30g11%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars11g
Protein4g
* 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, ROLLED, OATS, ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR, ORGANIC, CARROT, POWDER, (ORGANIC, CARROTS,, SILICA), ORGANIC, FLAXSEED, SEA, SALT, ORGANIC, CINNAMON, ORGANIC, SWEET, CREAM, POWDER, ORGANIC, VANILLA, FLAVORED, POWDER, (ORGANIC, GUM, ARABIC,, ORGANIC, VANILLA, EXTRACT,, VANILLA, EXTRACT), ORGANIC, GROUND, NUTMEG, ORGANIC, GROUND, GINGER, LACTIC, ACID..

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?

Contains added sugars, flavored powdered ingredients, a hydrocolloid (gum arabic) and acidulant (lactic acid) and is formulated for instant preparation, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about 365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Instant Oatmeal, Carrot Cake, 8 Count, 11.3 Ounce

The Carrot Cake oatmeal can definitely fit into a balanced diet! With organic ingredients like rolled oats and carrot powder, it provides a decent amount of fiber and a touch of sweetness from cane sugar. It’s not a health food per se, but it’s a tasty option for breakfast when you crave something cozy and comforting.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$3.49
per package