Honey bun
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Honey bun by Hostess scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Honey bun by Hostess provides 393 calories, 3.6g protein, 7.1g fat, and 85.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.9g 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 its nutritional aspects.
- ✓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 (50.0g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
Honey bun by Hostess sits near the middle of the cereals category with 393 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Low protein at just 3.6g per 100g — well below the 10.5g average. Sugar is a concern at 50.0g per 100g (141% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 393 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 3.6g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 50.0g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Sodium: 411mg 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 50.0g 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 Honey bun 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
Sugar, corn flour, whole grain oat flour, canola oil, salt, calcium carbonate, natural and artificial flavor, honey, red 40, yellow 5, blue 1, yellow 6. vitamins and minerals: reduced iron, niacinamide (vitamin b3), zinc oxide, thiamin mononitrate (vitamin b1), calcium pantothenate (vitamin b5), pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), folic acid.