Rolled oats
Quaker Instant Oatmeal Original
0.98 oz/28 g
Score
- Contains whole grains
Why it scores 90
Quaker Instant Oatmeal Original scores 90 out of 100 (Excellent) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 8 points Processed (NOVA 3): Classified NOVA 3: processed with added salt, sugar or oil. Emerging
- plus 4 points Fiber 10.7 g / 100 g: A good source of fiber. Strong
- minus 3 points Saturated fat 2.1 g / 100 g: High in saturated fat. Strong
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
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The same kind of product, at least 10 points higher, sold in the US. Never paid placements.
The Receipt
Instant Oatmeal Original
Processing
- Processed (NOVA 3) minus 8 points
Nutrition per 100 g
- Saturated fat 2.1 g / 100 g minus 3 points
- Salt 0.7 g / 100 g minus 3 points
- Energy 357 kcal / 100 g minus 2 points
- Fiber 10.7 g / 100 g plus 4 points
- Protein 14.3 g / 100 g plus 2 points
100 − 10 = 90
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 357 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 3.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 64.3 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10.7 g |
| Protein | 14.3 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g |
Serving: 1 portion (28 g)
Ingredients
Label text, as published
Whole grain oats, calcium carbonate, salt, reduced iron.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Gluten
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Not gluten-free
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
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Sources
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Saturated fatty acid and trans-fatty acid intake for adults and children: WHO guideline
“WHO recommends that adults and children reduce saturated fatty acid intake to 10% of total energy intake (strong recommendation).”
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“For adults, WHO recommends less than 2000 mg/day of sodium (equivalent to less than 5 g/day salt), or just under a teaspoon.”
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030
“Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”
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