Nature's Path Organic Waffles, Gluten Free, Buckwheat Wildberry
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Protein
- Fiber
Verdict
Nature's Path Organic Waffles, Gluten Free, Buckwheat Wildberry are frozen, toaster-ready breakfast waffles. Their main strength is the inclusion of organic buckwheat and fruit pieces, while their main tradeoff is the presence of added cane sugar. Overall, they serve as a convenient, flavor-forward alternative to traditional gluten-free breakfast options.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair them with fresh berries and a drizzle of pure maple syrup for a complete breakfast plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by low protein and fiber levels relative to the calorie count. Sodium and added sugars are also present in amounts that suggest these are best enjoyed as a treat rather than a nutrient-dense base.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 290mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs | 33g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 6g | — |
| Added Sugars | 5g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 110mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The waffles are built from a blend of brown rice, potato, and tapioca starches, supplemented with buckwheat flour and blueberry pieces. The formulation relies on refined starches, soy oil, and various leavening agents to achieve a consistent frozen texture.
Ingredients
Water, Brown Rice Flour (Organic), Potato Starch, Tapioca Starch (Organic), Cane Sugar (Organic), Soy Oil (Organic), Yellow Corn Flour (Organic), Buckwheat Flour (Organic), Blueberry Pieces (Organic) [Fruit (Apple Juice (Organic), Blueberry Puree (Organic), Apple Puree (Organic)), Cane Sugar (Organic), Rice Flour (Organic), Cocoa Butter (Organic), Pectin, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid], Soy Lecithin (Organic), Potato Flour (Organic), Leavening Agent (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate and Monocalcium Phosphate), Blueberry Flavor (Organic), Sea Salt.
