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Nabisco Crackers, Wheat Thins Original
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Nabisco Crackers, Wheat Thins Original

Wheat Thins
8.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
2g
Protein
5g
Sugars
200mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
31
Ingredients

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

Serving Size: 16.0
Servings per Container: 8
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars4g8%
Protein2g
* 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, 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
No Seed OilNo 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 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.

Perfect For

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movie-night
back-to-school

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