Cereal
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Cereal by General mills scores 9/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Cereal by General mills provides 419 calories, 3.2g protein, 9.7g fat, and 80.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.8g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 6.5g 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 (29.0g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 419 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Cereal by General mills sits near the middle of the cereals category with 419 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Low protein at just 3.2g per 100g — well below the 10.5g average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 419 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 3.2g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 29.0g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 6.5g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 1.6g per 100g
- •Sodium: 590mg per 100g — on the higher side
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 29.0g 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 Cereal 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
Whole Grain Wheat, Sugar, Rice Flour, Canola Oil, Fructose, Maltodextrin, Dextrose, Salt, Cinnamon, Trisodium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin, Caramel Color. BHT Added to Preserve Freshness. 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.