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Nature's Path Organic Cereal, Flax Plus Maple Pecan Crunch
Cereal & Breakfast
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Nature's Path Organic Cereal, Flax Plus Maple Pecan Crunch

Nature's Path
11.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
230
Calories
6g
Protein
10g
Sugars
210mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
41
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nature's Path Organic Flax Plus Maple Pecan Crunch sits on the grocery cereal aisle — often on the organic/natural foods endcap near other premium granolas, mueslis and whole-grain flakes. You’ll find it next to other Nature’s Path varieties and organic nut-and-seed cereals rather than sugary kids’ brands. It’s positioned for breakfast occasions: weekday bowls with milk, weekend brunch mixes with yogurt and fruit, or an on-the-go handful for busy mornings. The brand leans into eco-conscious, small-farm and health-focused messaging: organic, non-GMO, whole grains and flaxseed are highlighted to appeal to parents and millennial shoppers who want cleaner-label choices with perceived nutritional benefits. Packaging emphasizes “whole grains,” “fiber,” and omega-rich flax, creating a health-halo even as it mentions maple drizzle and crunchy pecans for taste. The box (typically with an inner bag) looks artisanal but is mass-produced; there’s no overt child-focused licensing or bright cartooning — it reads mature and natural. In plain processing terms this is an industrially made packaged cereal blending minimally processed whole ingredients (whole wheat, oats, pecans, flax) with added sweeteners, oils and flavoring to create clusters and a consistent shelf-stable product. Sensory profile: a mix of large hearty flakes and toasted granola clusters, crunchy pecan bits and a sweet, warm maple-cinnamon note; texture alternates between crisp flakes and chewy clusters. The ritual is familiar — pour into a bowl, add milk or yogurt, or snack by hand — evoking a wholesome, breakfast-table moment that balances taste and perceived nutrition.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup cereal
Servings per Container: 5
Calories230
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium210mg9%
Total Carbohydrate39g14%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Total Sugars10g
Added Sugars10g20%
Protein6g
* 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

Whole, wheat, meal*,, cane, sugar*,, wheat, bran*,, whole, grain, rolled, oats*,, pecans*,, flax, meal*,, soy, oil*,, brown, rice, flour*,, oat, bran*,, barley, malt, extract*,, sea, salt,, maple, syrup*,, coconut*,, flax, seeds*,, rice, starch*,, maple, flavor*,, tocopherols, (vitamin, e),, molasses*,, cinnamon*., *Organic..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soy oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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 grains and nuts, the product is a manufactured packaged cereal with added sugars, oils and flavoring agents; these characteristics align it with ultra-processed foods in NOVA classification.

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Common Questions about Nature's Path Organic Cereal, Flax Plus Maple Pecan Crunch

Flax Plus Maple Pecan Crunch offers a solid nutritional profile, especially with its whole grains and high fiber content, which can be great for digestion. However, it's important to consider your overall diet. If you're aiming for a lower sugar intake, keep in mind it has 10 grams of added sugars per serving, which might add up if you’re watching those sweet numbers.

Perfect For

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