Little Northern Bakehouse Buns, Gluten Free, Millet & Chia
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Protein
Verdict
Little Northern Bakehouse Buns, Gluten Free, Millet & Chia are specialty bread rolls formulated for those avoiding gluten. Their main strength is a meaningful amount of fiber, while their main tradeoff is the inclusion of added sugar. Overall, they function as a convenience-focused alternative to traditional wheat buns.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with a plant-based burger patty, sliced tomato, and leaf lettuce for a complete meal.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a low protein count and a significant amount of sugar for a savory item. Sodium is present in moderate amounts, though the absence of saturated fat is a positive.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 340mg | 15% |
| Total Carbs | 44g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g | 18% |
| Total Sugars | 6g | — |
| Added Sugars | 6g | 12% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 46mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of modified tapioca and potato starches along with brown rice flour, accented by whole millet and chia seeds. Industrial gums and refined starches are used to replicate the structure and chew of gluten-based bread.
Ingredients
Water, Gluten-Free Flour Blend (Modified Tapioca Starch, Potato Starch, Brown Rice Flour), Sunflower Oil, Dextrose, Psyllium Husk, Cane Sugar, Yeast, Pea Fiber, Modified Cellulose, Salt, Rice Bran, Whole Millet, Whole Chia Seeds, Cultured Cane Sugar, Cellulose Gum, Vinegar.
