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Raisin Bran

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Is Raisin Bran healthy?

Raisin Bran scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Raisin Bran contains beneficial ingredients like whole grain wheat and raisins, which provide fiber and essential nutrients.

How processed is Raisin Bran?

Raisin Bran is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Raisin Bran's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Whole grain wheat, Raisins, Wheat bran count in its favor; Sugar, Brown sugar syrup, Malted barley syrup are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Raisin Bran

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65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Albertsons
Category Oats and Cereal
Summary

Raisin Bran contains beneficial ingredients like whole grain wheat and raisins, which provide fiber and essential nutrients. However, the product is processed and includes added sugars such as refined sugar and brown sugar syrup, which contribute to empty calories and potential health risks when consumed in excess. The processing level and presence of these sweeteners limit its overall healthiness.

Key ingredients 8

Whole grain wheat
Good

Whole grain wheat is a nutritious source of fiber and essential nutrients, supporting overall health and digestion.

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Raisins
Good

Raisins provide natural sweetness along with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants beneficial for health.

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Wheat bran
Good

Wheat bran is high in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and helps maintain regular bowel movements.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Potassium chloride
Neutral

Potassium chloride is used as a salt substitute to help regulate sodium intake, offering a neutral impact on health.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and impact blood sugar levels if consumed in excess.

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Brown sugar syrup
Bad

Brown sugar syrup increases the product's sugar content, which may lead to higher calorie consumption and blood sugar spikes.

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Malted barley syrup
Bad

Malted barley syrup is a sweetener that adds flavor but also increases sugar levels, which should be consumed in moderation.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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