Honey Nut Cheerios Treats, Honey Nut
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Honey Nut Cheerios Treats, Honey Nut by Cheerios scores 7/10 for Bone Health based on contains calcium sources (milk, calcium).
Honey Nut Cheerios Treats, Honey Nut by Cheerios provides 417 calories, 4.2g protein, 14.6g fat, and 70.8g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 4.2g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (37.5g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 417 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Honey Nut Cheerios Treats, Honey Nut by Cheerios sits near the middle of the cereals category with 417 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Low protein at just 4.2g per 100g — well below the 10.5g average. Sugar is a concern at 37.5g per 100g (81% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 417 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 4.2g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 37.5g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 4.2g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 6.2g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those who need quick energy or aren't calorie-restricted. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 37.5g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Saturated fat at 6.2g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Honey Nut Cheerios Treats, Honey Nut doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Cereal (Whole Grain Oats, Sugar, Oat Bran, Corn Starch, Honey, Brown Sugar Syrup, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Tripotassium Phosphate, Canola Oil, Natural Almond Flavor. Vitamin E [Mixed Tocopherols] Added To Preserve Freshness. Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin C [Sodium Ascorbate], A B Vitamin [Niacinamide], Zinc And Iron [Mineral Nutrients], Vitamin B6 [Pyridoxine Hydrochloride], Vitamin B2 [Riboflavin], Vitamin B1 [Thiamin Mononitrate], Vitamin A [Palmitate], A B Vitamin [Folic Acid], Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3), Sugar, Crisp Rice (Rice Flour, Barley Malt Extract, Salt), Tapioca Syrup, Corn Syrup, Canola Oil, Palm And/Or Palm Kernel Oil, Fructose. Contains 2% Or Less Of: Vegetable Glycerin, Almond Butter, Whey Protein Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, Maltodextrin, Nonfat Dry Milk, Sorbitol, Soy Lecithin, Whey Powder, Salt, Reduced Minerals Whey, Gelatin, Color (Vegetable I Juice, Caramel Color, Annatto Extract), Natural Flavor.