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Pepperidge Farm Bread, Whole Grain 15 Grain
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📊 NOVA 4

Pepperidge Farm Bread, Whole Grain 15 Grain

Pepperidge Farm®
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
5g
Protein
4g
Sugars
150mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
72
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Whole Grain 15 Grain Bread is a nationally distributed, packaged sliced loaf that reads as a pantry staple for families who want a heartier alternative to plain white bread. You would find it in the refrigerated or ambient bread aisle next to other mass-market branded sandwich breads, multigrain loaves, bagels and spreads like peanut butter and deli mayonnaise. Shoppers pick this up on weekly grocery runs for school lunches, workday sandwiches, or weekend toast. The brand positions itself as familiar and reliable, targeting busy households and value-minded shoppers who want a wholesome image without premium pricing. Labels emphasize whole grain content, fiber and protein counts, and phrases like made from whole wheat and multigrain to create a health-halo; there is no organic certification and the packaging does not present itself as artisanal. In plain language, this is an industrially produced sliced bread made with a long ingredient list that includes emulsifiers, preservatives and added oils. Sensory cues are straightforward: pre-sliced, soft yet slightly chewy crumb studded with sunflower seeds, flax and oats, and a subtly sweet, nutty aroma. It comes in a sealed plastic bag with a twist tie or clip, ready for sandwiches, toast with spreads, or bulk sandwich assembly for meal prep. Rituals around it are utilitarian and comforting: grabbing two slices for school or work, toasting for breakfast, or building a quick family sandwich for dinner. Its story in American grocery culture is practical and reassuring — a middle-ground choice marketed as healthier than white bread while remaining convenient and familiar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.52 oz
Servings per Container: 16
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium150mg7%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars4g8%
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,, SUNFLOWER, SEEDS,, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, WHEAT, BERRIES,, YEAST,, FLAXSEED,, OATS,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, VEGETABLE, OIL, (SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA),, PEARLED, BARLEY,, RYE,, TRITICALE,, SALT,, CORN, GRITS,, SUGARCANE, FIBER,, CALCIUM, PROPIONATE, AND, SORBIC, ACID, TO, EXTEND, FRESHNESS,, MONOGLYCERIDES,, DATEM,, BROWN, RICE, FLOUR,, BUCKWHEAT, FLOUR,, FLAXSEED, MEAL,, MILLET, FLOUR,, AMARANTH, FLOUR,, WHOLE, QUINOA, FLOUR,, WHOLE, SORGHUM, FLOUR,, WHOLE, SPELT, FLOUR,, SOY, LECITHIN,, WHEY., CONTAINS:, WHEAT,, MILK,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola oil - 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?

The product is an industrially formulated, packaged sliced bread containing additives and processing aids such as preservatives (calcium propionate, sorbic acid), emulsifiers (monoglycerides, DATEM, lecithin), added oils, and refined ingredients, which aligns with the NOVA ultraprocessed category.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Bread, Whole Grain 15 Grain

The Whole Grain 15 Grain bread can be a healthy option, especially when compared to white bread or highly processed alternatives. It contains whole grains and seeds, providing some fiber and protein. However, it does have added sugars and preservatives, so it's best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet rather than as a health miracle.

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