Boost vs Barley flour
Overall, Barley flour has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Boost | Barley flour |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 1 |
| Calories | 369 kcal | 336 kcal |
| Fat | 2.5 g | 2.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Sugars | 35 g | 0.8 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | 8.9 g |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 9.9 g |
| Additives | 5 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk, Soybeans | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Barley flour has 80% less saturated fat (0.4 g vs 2.2 g).
- Barley flour has 98% less sugar (0.8 g vs 35 g).
- Barley flour has 99% less salt (0 g vs 1.2 g).
- Barley flour has 77% more fiber (8.9 g vs 2 g).
- Barley flour has 24% more protein (9.9 g vs 7.5 g).
- Barley flour has the better Nutri-Score.
- Barley flour is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Boost lists: Milk, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Boost
Cereal Extract (50%) (Barley, Wheat, Millet), Malted Barley (21%), Sugar, Wheat Flour (Atta), Milk Solids (6%), Minerals, Natural Colour (INS 150c), Wheat Gluten, Acidity Regulators [INS 501 (ii), INS 500(ii)], Edible lodised Salt, Cocoa Powder, Vitamins, Nature Identical Flavouring Substances, Soy Protein Isolate. Allergen Information: Contains Wheat, Barley, Milk and Soy
Barley flour
Barley flour
FAQ
Which is healthier: Boost or Barley flour?
Overall, Barley flour 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?
Barley flour has fewer calories: 336 kcal versus 369 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Barley flour has less sugar: 0.8 g versus 35 g per 100 g.