Chocolate Lucky Charms
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Chocolate Lucky Charms by General Mills scores 9/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Chocolate Lucky Charms by General Mills provides 389 calories, 5.6g protein, 4.2g fat, and 83.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Excellent source of fiber with 15.6g per 100g — well above average for this food type.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g 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 (33.3g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠Contains 5 additives — a relatively long list indicating higher processing.
Deep Analysis
Chocolate Lucky Charms by General Mills sits near the middle of the cereals category with 389 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Sugar is a concern at 33.3g per 100g (61% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 389 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 5.6g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 33.3g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 15.6g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
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 33.3g 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 Chocolate Lucky Charms 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 corn, sugar, corn syrup, canola oil, contains 2% or less of: dextrose, cocoa processed with alkali, yellow 5 , 6, red 40, blue 1 and other color added, modified corn starch, corn starch, salt, gelatin, fructose, natural and artificial flavor, trisodium phosphate,vitamins and minerals: calcium carbonate, tricalcium phosphate, vitamin c (sodium ascorbate), iron and zinc (mineral nutrients), a b vitamin (niacinamide), vitamin b1 (thiamin mononitrate), vitamin a (palmitate), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), a b vitamin (folic acid), vitamin b12, vitamin d3,