Granola
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Granola by Cheerios scores 10/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
Granola by Cheerios provides 404 calories, 8.8g protein, 8.8g fat, and 77.2g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.2g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Bone Health, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 7.0g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.9g 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 (28.1g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 404 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Granola by Cheerios sits near the middle of the cereals category with 404 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 404 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 8.8g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 28.1g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 7.0g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 0.9g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for 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 28.1g 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 Granola 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 Oats, Sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Whole Grain Corn, Canola Oil, Sunflower Oil, Brown Sugar, Syrup, Salt, Cinnamon, Brown Rice Flour, Corn Starch, Baking Soda, Tripotassium Phosphate, Caramel Color, Annatto Extract, Natural Flavor, Rosemary Extract, Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols), Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate), Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamin Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin B12, Vitamin A (palmitate), Folic Acid, Vitamin D3.