Nature's Path Organic Flax Plus Waffles
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Moderate protein
- Meaningful fiber
- Sodium levels
- Added sugar
Verdict
Nature's Path Organic Flax Plus Waffles are a frozen, toaster-ready breakfast food. Its main strength is a moderate protein content, while its main tradeoff is the presence of added sugar. Overall, it serves as a convenient, pre-prepared morning meal.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair them with fresh berries and a drizzle of pure maple syrup for a complete breakfast plate.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a helpful combination of fiber and protein, though the profile is offset by sodium and sugar. These values suggest a product designed for convenience rather than maximum nutrient density.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 300mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs | 24g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars | 5g | — |
| Added Sugars | 4g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
These waffles are built from organic whole wheat flour, soy oil, and cane sugar, with flax and bran added for texture. The use of leavening agents and soy lecithin creates a formulated, shelf-stable structure suitable for freezing.
Ingredients
Water, Whole Wheat Flour (Organic), Soy Oil (Organic), Cane Sugar (Organic), Flax Seeds (Organic), Soy Lecithin (Organic), Leavening Agent (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, and Monocalcium Phosphate), Pear Juice Concentrate (Organic), Wheat Bran (Organic) Oat Bran (Organic), Sea Salt.
