
Nabisco Crackers, Wheat Thins Original
What You Should Know
Wheat Thins Original by Nabisco is a familiar entry in the crackers aisle: a thin, ridged, rectangular cracker marketed as a whole grain snack. You'd find an 8.5 oz box tucked among other crackers and savory snacks, often shelved near cheese spreads, party dips, and other party-platter staples. The brand leans on a mainstream, family-friendly identity — established, pantry-stable, and positioned as a slightly more 'wholesome' everyday cracker thanks to its 100% whole grain claim and 'no artificial flavors or colors' messaging. Packaging is a cardboard box with an inner plastic bag that preserves crunch; the label also lists 21 grams of whole grain per serving but does not carry organic or specialty diet certifications. Sensory notes emphasize a crisp, crunchy snap and a thin, light-brown cracker body with a nutty whole-wheat taste and a salty-sweet balance that makes it versatile for topping, dipping, or eating straight from the box. Rituals include pairing with cheese on a charcuterie board, scooping hummus or spinach dip at parties, packing a lunchbox, or serving a quick snack during movie nights or casual get-togethers. Label claims and whole-grain framing create a health halo even though the ingredient list includes added sugars, refined starches, vegetable oil, leavening agents, and a preservative noted on packaging. In plain terms, this is a manufactured, shelf-stable baked snack produced by industrial processes rather than a minimally processed whole food, designed for convenience, shareability, and broad appeal across adult and family shoppers.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Whole, Grain, Wheat, Flour,, Canola, Oil,, Sugar,, Cornstarch,, Malt, Syrup, (from, Corn, and, Barley),, Salt,, Refiner's, Syrup,, Leavening, (Calcium, Phosphate, and, Baking, Soda)., BHT, Added, to, Packaging, Material, to, Preserve, Freshness..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •BHT - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
The ingredient list includes refined starches, added sugars, industrial seed oil, leavening agents, and a packaging preservative (BHT), indicating an industrially formulated, shelf-stable product characteristic of ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Nabisco Crackers, Wheat Thins Original
Well, 'healthy' is a bit subjective, isn't it? Wheat Thins Original are a tasty snack option, but they're not a nutritional powerhouse. With 140 calories and 5 grams of fat per serving, they're great for satisfying cravings, but they do contain added sugars and aren't particularly high in fiber or protein. Think of them as a fun addition to your snack repertoire rather than a health food.
