Wegmans, sweetened whole wheat & rice squares cereal, cinnamon
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Wegmans, sweetened whole wheat & rice squares cereal, cinnamon by Wegman scores 9/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Wegmans, sweetened whole wheat & rice squares cereal, cinnamon by Wegman provides 433 calories, 3.3g protein, 11.7g fat, and 80.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.8g 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.
- ✓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.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 433 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Wegmans, sweetened whole wheat & rice squares cereal, cinnamon by Wegman sits near the middle of the cereals category with 433 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Low protein at just 3.3g per 100g — well below the 10.5g average. Sugar is a concern at 33.3g per 100g (61% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 433 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 3.3g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 33.3g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 3.3g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 1.7g per 100g
- •Sodium: 467mg 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 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 Wegmans, sweetened whole wheat & rice squares cereal, cinnamon doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, higher-fiber choices for better digestive health, 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, sunflower oil, fructose, maltodextrin, dextrose, salt, salt, calcium carbonate, cinnamon, soy lecithin, trisodium phosphate, annatto, caramel color, natural flavor.