Why does Fruit and nut muesli receive a Nutri‑Score of C despite being classified as minimally processed (NOVA 1)?

The Nutri‑Score reflects the balance of nutrients per 100 g; although the cereal is minimally processed, its high sugar level (19.1 g) and moderate saturated fat (3.7 g) lower the overall score to C, offsetting the benefits of its fiber content and low salt.

How does the sugar content of this muesli affect people with diabetes or those monitoring blood glucose?

At 19.1 g of sugar per 100 g, the muesli delivers a rapid increase in blood glucose, so diabetic or low‑carb consumers should limit portion size and pair it with protein or fat to blunt spikes.

Is the presence of hazelnuts, almonds and sulphur dioxide a concern for nut‑allergic or sulphite‑sensitive individuals?

Yes; the product lists hazelnuts, almonds and sulphur dioxide as ingredients, so anyone allergic to tree nuts or sensitive to sulphites should avoid it or check with a healthcare professional before consuming.

Waitrose • 1kg

Fruit and nut muesli

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Fruit and nut muesli is a plant‑based cereal belonging to the "Cereals and potatoes" PNNS group, made with oats, whole‑grain wheat, barley, dried fruits and assorted nuts and seeds. It scores a Nova group 1 for minimal processing and a Nutri‑Score of C, with high sugar (19.1 g/100 g) and moderate saturated fat (3.7 g/100 g) while keeping salt very low at 0.03 g/100 g. The mix provides 8.6 g fiber and 8.9 g protein per 100 g but contains gluten, nuts and sulphur dioxide, which may trigger allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal387 kcal

Fat11.5 g

Saturated Fat3.7 g

Carbohydrates57.5 g

Sugars19.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breakfast cereal, this muesli contains notably more sugar, fat and saturated fat, but far less salt and a comparable energy content.

Ingredients

Oat flakes, wholegrain wheat flakes, wholegrain toasted malted wheat flakes (wheat barley malt extract), barley flakes, sultanas (12%) raisins (6%), toasted coconut (5%), whole roasted hazelnuts (4%), whole almonds (4%), sunflower seeds (3%), dried diced apricots (3%) (apricots, sulphur dioxide) golden raisins (3%) (golden raisins, sulphur dioxide) chopped dates (2%) ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. May contain other nuts

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