Semolina No 1

by General Mills

Health Grade: A – Excellent

Category: Pantry

This product is made solely from semolina, which is milled from durum wheat. It has a high overall risk score mainly due to its effects on gut health and minimal concerns for cancer and hormone disruption. Since it's just one ingredient, it is closer to a minimally processed food but still classified as NOVA 2, meaning it has been processed from its natural whole form.

• SEMOLINA (MILLED FROM DURUM WHEAT) – controversial · Semolina is a refined wheat product that contains gluten, which can cause inflammation or discomfort for people with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease. It is not inherently harmful but can be problematic for some guts and may mildly affect hormones due to phytoestrogens in wheat.

Contains only a single natural ingredient with no additives or preservatives

No added sugars or artificial ingredients

Contains gluten which can be inflammatory or harmful for sensitive individuals

Milling reduces some natural wheat nutrients, making it a refined grain