Corn Flakes is a food product in the cereal category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 53.3.

How does Corn Flakes affect blood sugar?

Corn Flakes has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 53.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.

What are the nutritional facts for Corn Flakes?

Corn Flakes contains 87.5g carbs, 9.4g sugars, 3.1g fiber, and 6.3g protein per 100g.

Is Corn Flakes suitable for diabetics?

This food has a moderate-high blood sugar impact and should be consumed in moderation. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.

How can I use Corn Flakes in meal planning?

Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Corn Flakes into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.

How does Corn Flakes compare to other foods?

Use our comparison tool to see how Corn Flakes compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cereal category for alternatives.

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Blood Sugar Impact of Corn Flakes

Corn Flakes

Corn Flakes has a BSI score of 167.6, indicating high blood sugar impact. Contains 87.5g carbs, 3.1g fiber, 6.3g protein per serving. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.

Grams

per serving

Key Nutrients

Per 32.0g serving

Corn flakes contains 28.0g of carbs, 3.0g of sugar, 2.0g of protein, 0.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 32.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.

Nutrient	Amount per serving
Carbs	28.0g
Sugars	3.0g
Fiber	1.0g
Protein	2.0g
Fat	0.0g

Estimated Blood Sugar Response

BSI Score:

Corn flakes contains 87.5g of carbs, 9.4g of sugar, and 3.1g of fiber per 32.0 Gg serving. This chart shows the estimated blood sugar curve based on these nutritional factors. This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only.

Medical Disclaimer: This blood sugar response estimate is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Our Methodology: We calculate blood sugar impact using nutritional data including carbohydrates, sugars, fiber content, and food processing factors. This proprietary algorithm estimates timing and magnitude of blood sugar response based on established glycemic research.

Important: Individual responses vary significantly based on metabolism, medication, activity level, and overall health. This tool cannot replace professional medical advice, glucose monitoring, or consultation with your healthcare provider.

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Serving size 32.0 Gg

Calories 130

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.0g 0%

Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%

Trans Fat 0.0g

Cholesterol 0.0mg 0%

Sodium 270.1mg 12%

Total Carbohydrates 28.0g 10%

Dietary Fiber 1.0g 4%

Total Sugars 3.0g

* 24.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data

Protein 2.0g 4%

Calcium 0.0mg 0%

Iron 9.0mg 50%

Potassium 55.0mg 1%

* 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:

DEGERMED YELLOW CORNMEL, SUGAR, SALT, MALT EXTRACT, VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE, ASCORBIC ACID), IRON (FERROUS FUMARATE), VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE MONONITRTAE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN D (CHOLECALCIFEROL), VIATMIN B12 (CYANOCOBALAMIN), FOLIC ACID. BHT ADDED TO PACKAGING TO HELP PRESERVE FRESHNESS.

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Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C 52% DV

Vitamin A 434% DV

Vitamin D 16% DV

Niacin (B3) 98% DV

Thiamin (B1) 83% DV

Riboflavin (B2) 102% DV

Vitamin B6 92% DV

Vitamin B12 195% DV

Minerals

Iron 156% DV

Potassium 5% DV

* % Daily Values based on 2,000 calorie diet

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Food Tags

These tags help categorize Corn Flakes based on its ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.

Medical Disclaimer: These are diet tags generated automatically. We do our best to make sure they're accurate, but please double-check important dietary information. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific dietary needs.

Diet Compatibility

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Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.

About Our Food Data

All nutritional data comes from the USDA Food Database. Some branded products contain self-reported information that may not be perfectly accurate. Food details are inherently difficult to measure precisely, so we do our best to provide reliable information and use the data quality score below to help you assess accuracy.

Brand Spartan

Data Source Branded

Data Quality Score 83/100

Quality Tier High

USDA Food Record ID 383344