Processing levels can vary significantly between brands and specific products within each category. Always check the ingredient list of the specific product you are considering. Use our product search to look up exact processing scores. These comparisons evaluate processing level and ingredient composition only. They do not account for taste, price, convenience, cultural significance, or individual dietary needs.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Grape-Nuts considered one of the simplest cereals?
Grape-Nuts Original is made from whole grain wheat flour, malted barley flour, salt and dried yeast, with added vitamins and minerals. It lists no sugar, no color and no preservative. It scores 4.0, which is Level 2 (Processed).
Is Grape-Nuts or All-Bran less processed?
Grape-Nuts Original scores lower in our analysis. 4.0 against 5.0, a 1.0 point gap. Both are Level 2. All-Bran Original is mostly wheat bran, with sugar, malt flavor and salt, plus added vitamins and minerals.
Do Grape-Nuts and All-Bran have added sugar?
All-Bran Original lists sugar as its second ingredient. Grape-Nuts Original lists none.