Cascadian Farm Organic Purely O's Cereal
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low added sugar
- Moderate protein
- Meaningful fiber
- Sodium levels
Verdict
Cascadian Farm Organic Purely O's Cereal is a toasted, ring-shaped breakfast cereal. Its main strength is moderate protein, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it is a low-sugar alternative to traditional sweetened cereals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with fresh berries and a splash of almond milk in a breakfast bowl.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a lean balance of protein and fiber with minimal added sugar. Sodium is present but remains moderate for a packaged grain product.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 1.5g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs | 31g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 15% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 1g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The cereal is built from organic whole grain oats and barley. The addition of wheat starch and malted barley extract moves the formulation away from a simple whole-grain base toward a more processed structure.
Ingredients
Whole Grain Oats*, Whole Grain Barley*, Wheat Starch*, Malted Barley Extract*, Sea Salt, Oats*, Calcium Carbonate, Malted Barley*. Vitamin E (Mixed Tocopherols) Added to Preserve Freshness. *Organic.
