Wheat Thins
Wheat Thins is a brand of baked whole grain snack food crackers distributed by Mondelez International in the United States and Canada, as well as wholesaler USA Foods in Australia. Wheat Thins come in a variety of flavors and varieties.
Advertising
Wheat Thins is well-known for its 1970s and 1980s advertising campaigns starring Sandy Duncan, as well as a more recent commercial featuring Brian and Stewie from Family Guy that aired during Super Bowl XLVI. Other recent marketing for the brand has focused on younger consumers.
Nutrition information
Depending on the country and market, different varieties of Wheat Thins are available, and nutritional values are approximated using US-recommendations for adults.
See also
Mondelez International Kraft Foods is a food portal.
References
a b Newman, Andrew Adam (January 5, 2011). “Wheat Thins: Call Them Snacks, Not Crackers.” The New York Times. Retrieved October 10, 2017. Willett, W.; Skerrett, P.J. (2011). Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy: The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healthy Eating. Free Press. p. 127. ISBN 978-1-4391-3481-8.
Further reading
“Chicago agency helps Wheat Thins find hidden message”, Chicago Tribune, February 17, 2015. Retrieved October 10, 2017. “Ad of the Day: Wheat Thins”, Adweek, April 3, 2013. Retrieved October 10, 2017.
External links
Official website Retrieved from “https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wheat_Thins” (https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wheat_Thins) (https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wheat_Thins) (https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=
How long has Wheat Thins been around?
WHEAT THINS have been sold in supermarket cracker aisles since 1947, when Nabisco introduced them, but the brand’s marketers no longer refer to them as crackers.
Did they change Wheat Thins?
As you may have heard, our plans are to increase the whole grain content of Original Wheat Thins to 100% whole grain. When we make the transition to 100% whole grain for Original Wheat Thins, we’ll be discontinuing the “100% Whole Grain” Wheat Thins you see on the shelf today, as well as their old recipe.
Why are Wheat Thins bad?
Wheat Thins have 130 calories, 4 grams of fat, 21 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of protein, and 260 milligrams of sodium per 16 crackers (about an ounce); however, Wheat Thins contain high-fructose corn syrup, which has been linked to obesity and diabetes.
Why are they called Stoned Wheat Thins?
Although the American company that makes Stoned Wheat Thins, Nabisco, was purchased by the multinational Mondelez and the crackers are now sold in the United States under the name Red Oval Farms, they are still made in Canada from Canadian wheat and the cracked wheat in them is stone milled.
Why are Wheat Thins so good?
Additional Nutritional Benefits Original Wheat Thins provide 2% of the recommended dietary allowance for calcium and 4% of the recommended dietary allowance for iron, as well as 2 g of fiber per serving, compared to less than 1 g of fiber in enriched white flour crackers, and no cholesterol.
Are Wheat Thins a healthy snack?
Yes, Wheat Thins are bad for you; despite the fact that Nabisco promotes them as a healthy baked snack, they are not good for your overall health.
Are Triscuits or Wheat Thins better for you?
Triscuits are essentially doused with oil and salt and contain 75 grams of fat, 20 calories, and 30 milligrams of sodium per cracker, while Wheat Thins contain 3 grams of fat, 11.5 calories, and 14.3 milligrams of sodium per cracker.
Are Wheat Thins smaller than they used to be?
Wheat Thins is launching a new version of its original cracker, and the company is promising a simple promise: Wheat Thins, but thinner.
What company owns Wheat Thins?
Mondelez International, Inc. | Wheat Thins
Are crackers better than bread?
If you’re trying to lose weight, crackers can help: two multigrain crackers contain around 64 calories, compared to approximately 250 calories in two slices of multigrain bread, resulting in a 186-calorie savings.
Is peanut butter good for you?
While the healthy fats in peanut butter are nutritious, you should consume them in moderation to avoid unwanted weight gain or potential health problems. Commercial peanut butter brands often contain added sugars, oils, and fats.
What are good snacks for weight loss?
Some of the best snacks for weight loss are listed below.
- Celery sticks and nut butter.
- Low-fat cheese.
- Nuts.
- Hard-boiled eggs.
- Greek yogurt with berries.
- Edamame.
What happened to BBQ Wheat Thins?
They have not been phased out.
What food group is Wheat Thins?
Mondelez International’s Wheat Thins brand of baked whole grain snack food crackers is sold in the United States and Canada.
What do Wheat Thins taste like?
Wheat Thins We love how small and thin they are, with just a slick of grease and that distinct nutty and salty flavor, with just a hint of sweetness poking through all of that whole grain goodness.