ClearEaty
Pepperidge Farm Whole Grain 15 Grain Bread
multigrain-sliced-breads
7out of 10
GoodClearEaty's score — our opinion, not medical advice
Why this score
- Ultra-processed (NOVA 4)Ultra-processed per the NOVA classification — −1.5, never below 7 on this rule alone.
- Medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium salt (−0.2).
Ingredients (30)
- 8Whole wheat flourWhole grain with fiber and nutrients; minimally processed.
- 10WaterEssential natural ingredient; no health concerns.
- 3SugarRefined sweetener; provides calories with no nutritional value in excess.
- 10Sunflower seedsWhole food, rich in healthy fats and nutrients
- 6Wheat glutenProtein isolate; processed but not harmful for non-celiac consumers.
- 10Wheat berriesWhole grain, unprocessed, nutrient-dense, excellent fiber source
- 8YeastNatural leavening agent; aids fermentation; microorganism culture.
- 9FlaxseedWhole food, rich in omega-3s, fiber, lignans, minimally processed
- 9OatsWhole grain, excellent nutritional profile and fiber
- 5Soybean OilRefined vegetable oil, high omega-6, acceptable but not ideal
- 8Pearled barleyWhole grain, good fiber, beta-glucans, minor processing removes bran
- 9RyeWhole grain, nutrient-dense, good fiber and mineral content
- 8TriticaleWhole grain hybrid, good protein and fiber content naturally
- 6SaltSodium chloride; essential in moderation; elevated sodium per serving.
- 6Corn gritsWhole grain cereal, minimally processed, nutritious.
- 7sugarcane fiberMinimally processed plant fiber; acceptable for digestive health.
- 6Calcium propionateMold preservative; generally safe; may cause sensitivity in some.
- 6Sorbic acidSynthetic preservative, safe in approved amounts, prevents mold growth
- 5MonoglyceridesEmulsifier derived from fats; improves texture but highly processed.
- 8Buckwheat flourWhole grain flour; high protein, minerals, gluten-free, nutrient-dense
- 9Flaxseed mealGround flaxseed, nutrient-dense, good fiber, minimally processed whole food
- 8Millet flourWhole grain flour, gluten-free, nutritious, minimally processed
- 9Amaranth flourComplete protein, gluten-free grain, nutrient-dense whole food flour
- 9Whole quinoa flourComplete protein, gluten-free, all amino acids, nutrient-dense whole grain
- 9Whole sorghum flourGluten-free grain, nutrient-dense, antioxidants, whole grain flour
- 5DatemDough conditioner; emulsifier; improves texture and shelf-life.
- 6Soy lecithinEmulsifier from soy; helps texture; common food additive.
- 8whey milk containing wheatDairy and grain combination; allergen statement indicates wheat presence.
- 8MilkDairy; whole food source of protein and calcium.
- 7SoyLegume protein source, present as allergen.
Allergens
Contains: gluten, milk, soy
Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.
How ClearEaty scores food
ClearEaty gives every food a single 1–10 score built from two honest principles:
the quality of what's actually on the ingredient list, and how heavily the food is processed.
Recognizable whole-food ingredients lift the score; additives, refined oils, and heavily
processed inputs pull it down. The score is our own opinion to help you
compare products at a glance — it is not a medical judgment, and dietary badges above
reflect label claims only.
Score reflects ClearEaty's ingredient- and processing-based opinion.
Always read the actual label for allergens and medical needs.