malted wheaties

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Common questions

Is malted wheaties healthy?

malted wheaties scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains wholegrain wheat, which is a beneficial ingredient providing fiber and essential nutrients.

How processed is malted wheaties?

malted wheaties is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive malted wheaties' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Shredded Wholegrain Wheat, Vitamin D, Riboflavin count in its favor; Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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malted wheaties

Crownfield
63 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 7
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG
Category Oats and Cereal
Summary

This product contains wholegrain wheat, which is a beneficial ingredient providing fiber and essential nutrients. However, it also includes refined sugar and brown invert sugar syrup, which are processed sweeteners that can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the presence of added vitamins and minerals.

Key ingredients 11

Shredded Wholegrain Wheat
Very Good

Provides whole grain nutrition, dietary fiber, and essential plant-based nutrients that support digestive health.

Vitamin D
Good

Essential nutrient added to support bone health and proper immune function.

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Riboflavin
Good

B vitamin added to support cellular energy production and overall metabolic health.

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Niacin
Good

B vitamin important for converting food into energy and supporting nervous system function.

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Vitamin B6
Good

Essential B vitamin that plays a key role in brain health and metabolic processes.

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Vitamin B12
Good

Crucial vitamin supporting red blood cell formation and neurological function.

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Iron
Good

Essential mineral added to support oxygen transport in the blood and prevent deficiency.

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Barley Malt Extract
Neutral

Derived from sprouted barley, used primarily for flavor, color, and traditional malty sweetness.

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Brown Invert Sugar Syrup
Neutral

Liquid sweetener blend used for moisture retention and sweetness in processed foods.

Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used to enhance flavor and balance the overall taste profile of the product.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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