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Post Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Cereal
Cereal & Breakfast
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Post Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Cereal

Post
16.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
210
Calories
7g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
8g
Fiber
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Post Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Cereal is a heritage breakfast staple you’ll find stacked in the cereal aisle of most American supermarkets, usually near other whole-grain and hot-cereal options rather than the brightly colored sugary kids’ cereals. Packaged in a cardboard box with an inner bag, the product presents small, biscuit-like shredded-wheat squares that deliver a hearty, dense crunch that softens in milk. The brand leans on a simple-ingredient story — “100% whole grain wheat” — and leans into nostalgia and practicality: it reads like a pantry mainstay for busy mornings, long-lived families, or anyone wanting an unfussy base for fruit, nuts, or honey. It’s often bought on weekly grocery runs, for back-to-school breakfasts, and by shoppers planning uncomplicated brunches or meal-prep staples. Post positions this product as a straightforward, wholesome choice from an established cereal maker — familiar, middle-American, and accessible rather than trendy or organic. Labeling emphasizes whole-grain content and “one ingredient” simplicity, creating a health-halo without organic certification or child-targeted cartoon mascots; the presence of a preservative note (BHT) is typically small and technical on the ingredient line. In processing terms, the cereal is made from milled and formed whole-grain wheat baked into biscuits, then packaged — a manufactured product with minimal flavoring but industrial preservation. Sensory rituals include spooning with cold milk, topping with berries or nuts, or crushing into yogurt or baked recipes; the texture is initially firm and fibrous, becoming tender with liquid, and the neutral wheat flavor serves as a versatile canvas in American breakfast culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.33 cups
Servings per Container: 8
Calories210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate49g18%
Dietary Fiber8g29%
Protein7g
* 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, Grain, Wheat., BHT, added, to, preserve, frehsness..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from whole-grain wheat that is milled, formed and baked, the product resembles a processed whole food, but the inclusion of an industrial preservative (BHT) and factory packaging places it in the processed foods category rather than unprocessed.

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Common Questions about Post Shredded Wheat Spoon Size Cereal

It really depends on your definition of healthy! With 7 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per serving, it’s a solid option for a filling breakfast. Compared to many sugary cereals out there, this one keeps added sugars at bay, making it a great choice for those looking for a more wholesome start to the day.

Perfect For

back-to-school
weekend-brunch
meal-prep-sunday

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