Marshmallows & Stars
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Marshmallows & Stars by Aldi scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Marshmallows & Stars by Aldi provides 389 calories, 8.3g protein, 4.2g fat, and 83.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.1g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 5.6g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (38.9g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
Marshmallows & Stars by Aldi sits near the middle of the cereals category with 389 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Sugar is a concern at 38.9g per 100g (87% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 389 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 8.3g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 38.9g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 5.6g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Sodium: 528mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 38.9g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Marshmallows & Stars doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
whole grain oat flour, sugar, corn syrup, modified corn starch, cornstarch, dextrose, salt, gelatinous, collared with (black carrot juice concentrate, beet extract, spirulina extract, oleoresin turmeric, blueberry juice concentrate, beta carotene), trisodium phosphate, natural flavour, mixed tocopherols added to preserve freshness,