Blood Sugar Impact of Cereal
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. Consider pairing with protein or fat to moderate the impact.
Key Nutrients
Per 40.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 34.0g |
| Sugars | 17.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 40.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
CORN FLOUR, SUGAR, WHOLE GRAIN OAT FLOUR, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), CANOLA OIL, CORN SYRUP, UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID), SALT, DEGERMED CORN MEAL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CORNSTARCH, PALM OIL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA AND/OR CALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SOY LECITHIN, BHT ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (SOURCE OF IRON), NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), ZINC OXIDE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE (VITAMIN B5), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), FOLIC ACID.
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
CORN FLOUR, SUGAR, WHOLE GRAIN OAT FLOUR, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), CANOLA OIL, CORN SYRUP, UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID), SALT, DEGERMED CORN MEAL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CORNSTARCH, PALM OIL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (COLOR), UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, LEAVENING (BAKING SODA AND/OR CALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SOY LECITHIN, BHT ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (SOURCE OF IRON), NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), ZINC OXIDE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE (VITAMIN B5), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), FOLIC ACID.
Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Cereal is a food product in the cereal category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 65.2.
Cereal has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 65.2. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Cereal contains 85.0g carbs, 42.5g sugars, 2.5g fiber, and 2.5g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Cereal into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Cereal compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cereal category for alternatives.