Apple juice vs Ancient Grain
Overall, Ancient Grain has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Apple juice | Ancient Grain |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 49 kcal | 286 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 3.6 g |
| Saturated fat | — | 0 g |
| Sugars | 10.5 g | 3.6 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 1.2 g |
| Fiber | — | 3.6 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 10.7 g |
| Additives | 1 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Apple juice has 83% fewer calories (49 kcal vs 286 kcal).
- Apple juice has no fat, while Ancient Grain has 3.6 g.
- Ancient Grain has 66% less sugar (3.6 g vs 10.5 g).
- Apple juice has 99% less salt (0 g vs 1.2 g).
- Ancient Grain has 97% more protein (10.7 g vs 0.3 g).
- Ancient Grain has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Ancient Grain lists: Gluten, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Apple juice
Apple juice from concentrate, natural flavors, ascorbic acid, malic acid.
Ancient Grain
Wheat flour, water, brown sugar, sourdough (water, fermented wheat flour, fermented rye flour, vinegar), yeast, wheat gluten, canola oil, wheat bran, salt, flax seeds, oat grains, rye grains, wheat grains, vinegar, cultured wheat flour, millet, teff, sunflower lecithin, malted barley flour, enzymes, acerola cherry powder.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Apple juice or Ancient Grain?
Overall, Ancient Grain has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Apple juice has fewer calories: 49 kcal versus 286 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Ancient Grain has less sugar: 3.6 g versus 10.5 g per 100 g.