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Real Foods Organic Corn Thins
Snacks, Chips & Dips
📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Real Foods Organic Corn Thins

Real Foods
5.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
44
Calories
1g
Protein
30mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Real Foods Organic Corn Thins are thin, round popped corn cakes sold in a lightweight bag or box of about 26 slices, positioned where shoppers expect simple, low-calorie snacks — typically on the natural and organic snack shelf or alongside rice cakes, crispbreads, and gluten-free crackers. The brand leans into an old-fashioned, wholesome story (“Since 1980,” USDA organic, Australian certified organic, GMO-free), appealing to shoppers seeking clean labels and minimal ingredients. You’ll spot claims like “fat free,” “gluten free,” and “wholegrain” on a minimalist package that emphasizes natural sourcing more than gimmicky kid-focused art. Sensory experience is immediate: an airy, brittle snap, neutral sweet-corn aroma and a light crunch that holds up to spreads or crunchy toppings. Rituals include quick midday snacks with hummus, a lighter base for brunch toppings (smoked salmon, avocado), or a low-calorie vehicle in packed lunches and post-workout bites. The label creates a health halo — organic certification, “real food” branding, and short ingredient lists — which suggests simplicity and trustworthiness. Processing context: the cakes are made by popping whole organic corn under heat into thin rounds with a little sea salt and a trace of sunflower oil, so they’re processed but not heavily reformulated. In American grocery culture they function as a pantry staple for diet-conscious and convenience-seeking shoppers who want a neutral, versatile base for toppings or a crunch that feels lighter than crackers. The product’s marketing sits between natural-food authenticity and convenient snackability, favored by those who prioritize organic credentials and simple ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0
Servings per Container: 13
Calories44
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium30mg1%
Total Carbohydrate8g3%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Protein1g
* 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

Organic, Corn, (98%),, Organic, Expeller, Pressed, Sunflower, Oil, (Adds, an, Insignificant, Amount, of, Fat),, Sea, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

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

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from a single whole ingredient (organic corn) with small amounts of oil and salt and produced by heat-puffing, this is a processed food rather than an ultra-processed industrial formulation with additives, so it fits NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Real Foods Organic Corn Thins

The Real Foods Corn Thins are a pretty solid choice if you're looking for a light snack! With only 44 calories per serving, they're low-calorie and have no added sugars or preservatives. Just remember, 'healthy' can be subjective — they're a great option for a quick crunch, but not a meal replacement.

Perfect For

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

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