Whole Wheat Original vs Durums
Overall, Whole Wheat Original has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.
Whole Wheat Original
Durums
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Whole Wheat Original | Durums |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 244 kcal | 297 kcal |
| Fat | 4.4 g | 6.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 2.9 g |
| Sugars | 2.2 g | 2.6 g |
| Salt | 2.1 g | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 11.1 g | 5 g |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 7.8 g |
| Additives | 9 | 11 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Soybeans, Avoine |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Whole Wheat Original has 18% fewer calories (244 kcal vs 297 kcal).
- Whole Wheat Original has 32% less fat (4.4 g vs 6.5 g).
- Whole Wheat Original has no saturated fat, while Durums has 2.9 g.
- Whole Wheat Original has 15% less sugar (2.2 g vs 2.6 g).
- Durums has 29% less salt (1.5 g vs 2.1 g).
- Whole Wheat Original has 55% more fiber (11.1 g vs 5 g).
- Whole Wheat Original has 12% more protein (8.9 g vs 7.8 g).
- Only Durums lists: Soybeans, Avoine.
Ingredients
Whole Wheat Original
WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, CANOLA OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: (CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR (ORGANIC WHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC VINEGAR, NATURAL FLAVOR), SALT, VITAL WHEAT _GLUTEN_, BAKING SODA, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, WHEAT BRAN, DISTILLED MONOGLYCERIDE, GUAR GUM, CELLULOSE GUM, FUMARIC ACID, CALCIUM PROPIONATE AND SORBIC ACID)
Durums
Farine de _blé_ (60%), eau, huile végétale (palme, colza), stabilisants : E422 - E412, protéines de _blé_, sel, _soja_, poudres à lever : E500ii - E450i, sucre, sirop de glucose, acidifiant : E296, malt (_gluten_), émulsifiants : E471 - E473, conservateurs : E282 - E202, farine d'_avoine_, levure,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Whole Wheat Original or Durums?
Overall, Whole Wheat 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?
Whole Wheat Original has fewer calories: 244 kcal versus 297 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Whole Wheat Original has less sugar: 2.2 g versus 2.6 g per 100 g.