Honey Nut Cheerios
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Honey Nut Cheerios by Cheerios scores 9/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
Honey Nut Cheerios by Cheerios provides 172 calories, 8.9g protein, 3.8g fat, and 71.5g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.1g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Moderate calorie content at 172 kcal per 100g.
- ✓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.
- ⚠High sugar content (32.4g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
Honey Nut Cheerios by Cheerios is a lower-calorie option in the cereals category at 172 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 406. Sugar is a concern at 32.4g per 100g (56% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 172 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 8.9g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 32.4g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 5.6g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 0.0g per 100g
- •Sodium: 590mg 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 32.4g 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 Honey Nut Cheerios 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, Corn Starch, Honey, Brown Sugar Syrup, Salt, Tripotassium Phosphate, Canola and/or Sunflower Oil, Natural Almond Flavor, Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols). Vitamins and Minerals: Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate), Iron and Zinc (mineral nutrients), A B Vitamin (niacinamide), Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), Vitamin B₁ (thiamin mononitrate), Vitamin A (palmitate) Vitamin B₂ (riboflavin), A B Vitamin (folic acid), Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3.