golden grahams
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
golden grahams by Cheerios scores 8/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
golden grahams by Cheerios provides 3 calories, 9.7g protein, 4.8g fat, and 80.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 300.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Muscle Building, Weight Loss health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Very low calorie density at just 3 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for volume eating.
- ✓Good fiber content at 6.5g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ⚠High sugar content (32.3g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
golden grahams by Cheerios is a lower-calorie option in the cereals category at 3 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 406. Sugar is a concern at 32.3g per 100g (55% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 3 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 9.7g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 32.3g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 6.5g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Sodium: 548mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan, those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 32.3g 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 golden grahams 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 wheat, corn meal, sugar, brown sugar syrup, canola oil, dextrose, baking soda, salt, natural flavor. vitamins and minerals: calcium carbonate, iron and zinc (mineral nutrients), vitamin c (sodium ascorbate), a b vitamin (niacinamide), vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), vitamin b1 (thiamin mononitrate), vitamin a (palmitate), a b vitamin (folic acid), vitamin b12, vitamin d3.