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Pepperidge Farm Bread, Whole Grain 100% Whole Wheat
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4

Pepperidge Farm Bread, Whole Grain 100% Whole Wheat

Pepperidge Farm®
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
5g
Protein
4g
Sugars
105mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
44
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm 100% Whole Wheat is a nationally distributed, mass-market sliced loaf you’ll find in the bakery aisle among packaged breads, usually stocked near other sandwich breads, whole grain varieties, and sometimes next to bagels and rolls. It’s sized for families (24 oz) and sits on shelves near peanut butter, deli meats and sandwich fixings, making it an easy grab for lunch-building trips. The product is marketed as a convenient, everyday whole-grain option: the label emphasizes "100% whole wheat" and "whole grains," projecting a health-forward halo without organic certification. Packaging is a clear plastic bag with branded graphics and a twist-tie or clip, designed for quick household use rather than artisanal presentation. Sensory cues include a soft yet slightly dense crumb, a mild wheaty aroma, and a grainy, textured top from cracked wheat — sturdy enough for sandwiches, toast, or toasting for breakfast rituals. Brand positioning leans on Pepperidge Farm’s heritage and reliability: familiar, family-oriented, aimed at busy parents and mainstream shoppers seeking a perceived healthier staple. There is little in the way of kid-targeted cartooning or premium claims; instead the copy highlights protein, fiber, and whole grain content as practical benefits. Processing context: this is an industrially produced sliced bread that uses commercial dough conditioners, emulsifiers, and preservatives to extend shelf life and ensure uniform texture. Typical uses include school lunches, weekday sandwiches, morning toast, and meal-prep sandwiches — a practical everyday loaf that balances convenience, nutrition-oriented labeling, and wide availability.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 16
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium105mg5%
Total Carbohydrate19g7%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars3g6%
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

MADE, FROM:, WHOLE, WHEAT, FLOUR,, WATER,, SUGAR,, CRACKED, WHEAT,, YEAST,, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, WHEY,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, VEGETABLE, OIL, (SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA),, SUGARCANE, FIBER,, SALT,, CALCIUM, PROPIONATE, AND, SORBIC, ACID, TO, EXTEND, FRESHNESS,, DATEM,, MONOGLYCERIDES,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, SOY, LECITHIN., CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, MILK,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • calcium propionate - Synthetic preservative
  • sorbic acid - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial additives (DATEM, mono- and diglycerides, emulsifiers), preservatives (calcium propionate, sorbic acid), and other processed ingredients typical of ultra-processed foods, indicating a NOVA 4 classification.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Bread, Whole Grain 100% Whole Wheat

The Whole Grain 100% Whole Wheat bread can be a healthy choice, especially if you're looking for something that's better than white bread. It provides some fiber and protein, making it a decent option for sandwiches or toast. Just keep in mind that 'healthy' is relative — if you’re stacking it with tons of toppings, the health factor can shift a bit!

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