Honey O's Sweetened Whole Grain Oats Cereal with Honey
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Honey O's Sweetened Whole Grain Oats Cereal with Honey by Trader Joe's scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Honey O's Sweetened Whole Grain Oats Cereal with Honey by Trader Joe's provides 1143 calories, 7.3g protein, 4.9g fat, and 82.9g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.6g 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 4.9g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓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 (34.1g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 1143 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Honey O's Sweetened Whole Grain Oats Cereal with Honey by Trader Joe's is calorie-dense at 1143 kcal per 100g — 182% above the cereals category average of 406. Sugar is a concern at 34.1g per 100g (65% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 1143 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 7.3g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 34.1g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 4.9g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Sodium: 512mg per 100g — on the higher side
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 34.1g 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 O's Sweetened Whole Grain Oats Cereal with Honey 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 Oat Flour, Cane Sugar, Cornstarch, Honey, Sea Salt, Trisodium Phosphate, Molasses, Vitamin And Mineral Blend (Ferric Orthophosphate, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Mixed Tocopherols (To Preserve), Natural Flavor, Wheat Starch