Post Consumer — THE ORIGINAL CEREAL, ORIGINAL
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 1 MG | 83% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Niacin | 15.5 MG | 97% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 2.8 MG | 162% | |
| Folate, total | 372 UG | 93% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 34 MG | 3% | |
| Iron, Fe | 27.9 MG | 155% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 69 MG | 16% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 345 MG | 28% | |
| Potassium, K | 448 MG | 10% | |
| Sodium, Na | 483 MG | 21% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 7.8 MG | 71% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 10.3g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.7g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (12.1g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (155% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (28% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (21% DV).
About THE ORIGINAL CEREAL, ORIGINAL
Grape-Nuts Original has earned its reputation as one of the most no-nonsense cereals on the shelf: just whole grain wheat flour, malted barley flour, salt, and dried yeast. There are no added sugars, no artificial colors, and no flavors beyond what naturally develops during baking. The dense, pellet-like texture is polarizing but functional, and the cereal is genuinely high in fiber and provides solid whole grain content. It rewards a few minutes of soaking in milk and rewards patience in general, offering a filling, earthy bowl with real nutritional substance.
Ingredients
WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, SALT, DRIED YEAST. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: REDUCED IRON, NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), ZINC OXIDE (SOURCE OF ZINC), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), FOLIC ACID.
Dietary Information
THE ORIGINAL CEREAL, ORIGINAL is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in THE ORIGINAL CEREAL, ORIGINAL include Vitamin B-6 (162% DV) , Iron, Fe (155% DV) , Niacin (97% DV) , Folate, total (93% DV) , and Thiamin (83% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 345 calories per 100 grams, THE ORIGINAL CEREAL, ORIGINAL gets 12% of its calories from protein, 94% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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