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Frosted Mini Wheats
Flavor:
Cinnamon Roll
Ingredients:
Whole grain wheat, Sugar, contains 2% or less of cinnamon, brown rice syrup, gelatin, natural flavor, soybean oil, BHT for freshness. Vitamins and Minerals: Reduced iron, folic acid.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Frosted Mini Wheats Cinnamon Roll cereal positions itself at the lower end of the health spectrum on our website. This product does not meet the criteria for organic certification and also includes genetically modified ingredients. The presence of added sugars, particularly sugar and brown rice syrup, further detracts from its health value. Moreover, the cereal contains additives like natural flavor and BHT, which are viewed as potentially harmful. BHT, specifically, is identified as a known harmful additive. Additionally, soybean oil, considered a harmful oil, is part of the ingredient list.
The product is crafted from whole grain wheat, which is a positive aspect as whole grains are recommended for a balanced diet. However, this benefit is overshadowed by the inclusion of non-organic wheat and the aforementioned negative factors. The vitamins and minerals added to the cereal, such as reduced iron and folic acid, are essential nutrients, yet their presence does not offset the negative impact of the other ingredients.
The scoring system we employ penalizes the product for not being organic and for containing GMOs, both of which carry a health concern for many consumers. Added sugars contribute to a range of health issues when consumed in excess, and the specific use of brown rice syrup—a form of added sugar—warrants a significant deduction. The term ‘natural flavor’ often covers a range of ingredients that are not disclosed to consumers, leading to a lack of transparency about what is being ingested. BHT, used as a preservative, has been linked to potential health risks and is therefore heavily penalized in our assessment. Soybean oil is included in the list of harmful oils due to its high omega-6 fatty acid content, which can contribute to inflammation when consumed in large amounts.
For those seeking cleaner food options, the Frosted Mini Wheats Cinnamon Roll cereal is not recommended based on our evaluation. Its score reflects its standing as a product that does not align with the health-focused criteria set forth by our website.
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