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Nabisco Wheat Thins Original Family Size
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Nabisco Wheat Thins Original Family Size

Wheat Thins
14 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
2g
Protein
5g
Sugars
200mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Wheat Thins Original Family Size by Nabisco is a familiar sight in the snack aisle, shelved alongside other crackers, pretzels, and party snacks and often displayed near cheese, hummus, and dip mixes. It’s marketed as an everyday, family-friendly whole grain cracker: the label leans into 100% whole grain wheat and 'no artificial flavors or colors' while the family-size format signals value for gatherings and multi-person households. Shoppers reach for this box for easy entertaining, school lunches, work snacks, or to round out a cheese plate. Culturally it sits between pantry staple and casual party food — positioned toward adults who want a slightly healthier-seeming snack (whole grain claims) without sacrificing convenience; it appeals to parents, busy households, and anyone assembling a snack spread. The packaging is a cardboard family-size box with an inner bag or resealable pouch in many formats, emphasizing convenience and portion sharing. Sensory-wise the crackers are thin and crisp with a nutty whole-wheat aroma and a salty-sweet bite; they’re designed to be crunchy but light, making them good for scooping dips or layering with cheese. Label language creates a mild health halo through whole grain messaging and the absence of artificial flavors, but there is no organic certification and the ingredient list includes added sweeteners and refined components. In plain terms, these are baked, industrially made crackers composed of milled whole grain flour plus added oils, syrups, and leavening — a processed packaged snack used in everyday American grazing, lunchboxes, and casual entertaining rituals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 16
Servings per Container: 13
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)..

Flagged Ingredients:

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

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?

Ingredients include processed components (canola oil, malt syrup, refiner's syrup), added sugars and stabilizing/leavening agents, and the product is an industrially formulated packaged snack consistent with the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Nabisco Wheat Thins Original Family Size

Wheat Thins can be a tasty snack option, but calling them 'healthy' really depends on your perspective. They're a better choice than some ultra-processed snacks, providing whole grain wheat flour and a bit of fiber, but they also contain added sugars and seed oils. So, if you’re looking for an occasional munch without guilt, they fit the bill, but don’t expect a superfood miracle!

Perfect For

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movie-night
back-to-school
road-trip

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