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Organic Apple Spice Oatmeal, 11.3 OZ
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Organic Apple Spice Oatmeal, 11.3 OZ

NATURES PATH
Available at Whole Foods
170
Calories
4g
Protein
9g
Sugars
90mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this in the natural/organic breakfast or instant oats section and reach for it on busy mornings, for a quick cozy bowl or to stock the pantry for school days and travel. It reads nostalgic and wholesome with apple‑cinnamon comfort, but the presence of added sugar and a labeled “brown sugar flavor” — plus the packaged quick‑cook format — suggests industrial flavoring and processing that yield uniform sweetness and a fast, smooth texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 PACKET
Servings per Container: 8
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium90mg4%
Total Carbohydrate31g11%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Total Sugars9g
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

GLUTEN, FREE, WHOLE, GRAIN, ROLLED, OATS*, CANE, SUGAR*, DRIED, APPLE*, FLAX, SEEDS*, BROWN, SUGAR, FLAVOR*, CINNAMON*, SEA, SALT..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although based on whole oats and fruit, the added cane sugar and a named flavoring indicate industrial additives and formulation typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4), especially in a packaged quick‑prepare product.

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Common Questions about Organic Apple Spice Oatmeal, 11.3 OZ

The Apple Spice Oatmeal is a pretty solid choice if you’re looking for a wholesome breakfast option. It’s packed with fiber from the oats and flax seeds, which can help keep you feeling full longer. Just keep in mind that 'healthy' can be subjective — it’s great for a quick, nutritious breakfast, but if you’re looking for something high in protein, you might want to pair it with some nuts or yogurt.

Perfect For

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meal-prep-sunday
road-trip

Vibe:

nostalgicwholesomeconvenientcomforting
$5.99
per package