Frosted Mini Wheats

Frosted Mini Wheats Strawberry has earned a 1/5 green leaf rating on our website, indicating that it falls short of the cleaner food options we aim to promote. This product is not organic, contains genetically modified ingredients, and is laden with added sugars and potentially harmful additives.

The presence of sugar and citric acid contributes to the added sugars tally, while brown rice syrup, a sweetener often considered more harmful due to its high glucose content, exacerbates this concern. The ingredient list also includes natural and artificial flavors, as well as BHT, a synthetic preservative. The inclusion of artificial flavors and BHT is particularly alarming as they are recognized for their potential negative health impacts.

In addition to the non-organic wheat and presence of GMOs, the product’s coloring agents—vegetable juice, paprika extract, and beta-carotene—while not as concerning as synthetic dyes, still contribute to the overall assessment of the food’s quality. The product is fortified with vitamins and minerals, including reduced iron and folic acid, which does not compensate for the negative aspects found within the ingredient list.

The scoring system we employ is rigorous and aims to highlight the presence of any ingredients that may compromise the healthfulness of a product. Frosted Mini Wheats Strawberry’s score reflects the accumulation of these undesirable components, leading to the lowest possible rating on our scale.

Consumers seeking cleaner, healthier food options are advised to consider other products that meet higher standards of ingredient quality. Frosted Mini Wheats Strawberry’s low green leaf rating serves as a clear indicator that it does not align with the values of our website, which prioritizes the promotion of wholesome, minimally processed foods.