Roggenvollkornmehl

REWE Bio
94 Excellent

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by REWE Group
Category Flours
Summary

This is a single-ingredient organic whole grain rye flour with no additives, preservatives, or processing beyond milling. It retains the bran and germ, offering fiber, B vitamins, and minerals, representing a minimally processed, high-quality whole food.

Key ingredients 4

Whole Grain Rye Flour
Good

This is a minimally processed, single-ingredient whole grain flour made from certified organic farming, classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed/minimally processed). Whole grain rye retains its bran, germ, and endosperm, providing significant fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and manganese compared to refined flours. The organic certification indicates cultivation without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, supporting both environmental and health quality.

Risks

Contains gluten, which poses risks for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity; high-fiber content may cause digestive discomfort if consumed in excess by those unaccustomed to it.

Benefits

Rich in dietary fiber that supports digestive health and blood sugar regulation, along with B vitamins and minerals like magnesium and manganese important for metabolic function. The whole grain form preserves more nutrients than refined rye flour alternatives.

Soy
Neutral

This is listed only as a potential trace allergen due to shared processing equipment, not an actual added ingredient. As such, it carries no nutritional impact on the product itself. It is relevant only for individuals with soy allergies.

Risks

May trigger allergic reactions in individuals with soy allergies, even in trace amounts.

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Lupine
Neutral

This is listed only as a potential trace allergen due to shared processing equipment, not an actual added ingredient. It does not contribute any nutritional value or alter the product's composition. It is relevant only for individuals with lupine allergies.

Risks

May trigger allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to lupine or legumes, even in trace amounts.

Sesame
Neutral

This is listed only as a potential trace allergen due to shared processing equipment, not an actual added ingredient. It has no bearing on the nutritional profile of the flour itself. It is relevant only for individuals with sesame allergies.

Risks

May trigger allergic reactions in individuals with sesame allergies, even in trace amounts, which is a recognized major allergen.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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Roggenvollkornmehl

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Common questions

Is Roggenvollkornmehl healthy?

Roggenvollkornmehl scores 94/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This is a single-ingredient organic whole grain rye flour with no additives, preservatives, or processing beyond milling.

How processed is Roggenvollkornmehl?

Roggenvollkornmehl is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Roggenvollkornmehl's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Whole Grain Rye Flour counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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