Cream of Wheat Original vs Original
Overall, Original has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cream of Wheat Original | Original |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | a |
| NOVA group | 1 | 1 |
| Calories | 667 kcal | 370 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 7.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 1.3 g |
| Sugars | 45.5 g | 1 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3 g | 9 g |
| Protein | 42.4 g | 11 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Original has 45% fewer calories (370 kcal vs 667 kcal).
- Cream of Wheat Original has no fat, while Original has 7.7 g.
- Cream of Wheat Original has no saturated fat, while Original has 1.3 g.
- Original has 98% less sugar (1 g vs 45.5 g).
- Original has no salt, while Cream of Wheat Original has 1.7 g.
- Original has 66% more fiber (9 g vs 3 g).
- Cream of Wheat Original has 74% more protein (42.4 g vs 11 g).
- Original has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Cream of Wheat Original lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Cream of Wheat Original
WHEAT FARINA, CALCIUM CARBONATE, DEFATTED WHEAT GERM, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (IRON), NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID, CHOLECALCIFEROL (VITAMIN D3).
Original
Wholegrain Rolled Oats
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cream of Wheat Original or Original?
Overall, Original 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?
Original has fewer calories: 370 kcal versus 667 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Original has less sugar: 1 g versus 45.5 g per 100 g.