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Pepperidge Farm Very Thin Sliced 100% Whole Wheat Bread
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4

Pepperidge Farm Very Thin Sliced 100% Whole Wheat Bread

Pepperidge Farm®
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
5g
Protein
2g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
38
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Very Thin Sliced 100% Whole Wheat Bread is a familiar sight on the supermarket bakery aisle, stocked with other packaged sliced breads, sandwich breads and hamburger buns. Youll find it on middle shelves near national-brand whole wheat and light breads, often doubled-wrapped in clear plastic to lock in freshness. This loaf fits everyday shopping trips for busy families and individuals who want a convenient, lower-calorie bread for sandwiches, light toast, or quick grab-and-go breakfasts. It also suits weekend brunches where lighter sandwiches or open-faced toasts are on the menu. Pepperidge Farm positions the product as a heritage, mid-market brand that balances pantry-staple dependability with a slightly premium feel; marketing leans on decades of baking expertise, appealing to shoppers who want trustworthy, branded convenience rather than artisanal or organic claims. The label leans into wholesome cues: 100% whole wheat, no high-fructose corn syrup, and no artificial flavors or colors, but it is not organic and carries allergen notices for wheat, milk and soy. Kid-focused graphics are absent; instead the packaging emphasizes simple, clean messaging and calorie-per-slice information. In plain terms, the loaf is industrially baked with added emulsifiers and preservatives to extend shelf life, so it undergoes significant processing compared with home-baked bread. Sensory details: very thin, soft slices with a mild, slightly sweet whole-wheat flavor and a tender crumb that toasts evenly; the ritual is routine and practical — pop into the toaster for breakfast, assemble thin sandwiches for lunch, or use as a light base for spreads. The product reads as convenient, familiar and reliable in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3
Servings per Container: 10
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars2g4%
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,, MOLASSES,, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, VEGETABLE, OIL, (SOYBEAN, AND/OR, CANOLA),, YEAST,, SALT,, SUGAR,, MONOGLYCERIDES,, WHEY,, CALCIUM, PROPIONATE, AND, SORBIC, ACID, TO, EXTEND, FRESHNESS,, 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 industrial additives and preservatives (monoglycerides, calcium propionate, sorbic acid, soy lecithin) and is industrially formulated and packaged, consistent with ultra-processed foods in NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Very Thin Sliced 100% Whole Wheat Bread

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target, right? This bread is made from whole wheat flour and has some fiber (3g per serving!), which is great for digestion. However, it also contains added sugars and preservatives, so it's more of a balanced option rather than a superfood. Think of it as a convenient choice for quick meals rather than a health powerhouse.

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