Wheat germ
Wheat germ by Target Stores provides 385 kcal per 100 g, with 15.4 g of sugars and 23.1 g of protein. That is 13% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Cereals and their products category. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 Tbsp (13 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 385 kcal | 50 kcal | 389 | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 1 g | 1% | 7.8 |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 1.6 +139% |
| Carbohydrates | 46.2 g | 6 g | 2% | 69.5 −34% |
| Total sugars | 15.4 g | 2 g | 17.7 −13% | |
| Dietary fiber | 15.4 g | 2 g | 7% | 7.7 +99% |
| Protein | 23.1 g | 3 g | 6% | 10.3 +125% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 0.8 −41% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 8317 Cereals and their products products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from September 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cereals and their products
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Wheat germ.
- Allergens
- Gluten
Product details
- Serving size
- 2 Tbsp (13 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0085239403037
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Wheat germ?
Wheat germ contains 385 kcal per 100 g and about 50 kcal per serving (2 Tbsp (13 g)).
How much sugar is in Wheat germ?
Wheat germ has 15.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Wheat germ healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Wheat germ vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Wheat germ contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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