What are Cereal food comparisons?

Cereal food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.

How do I use these food comparisons for diabetes management?

Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.

What does the Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score mean?

BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.

How should I interpret the nutritional information in these comparisons?

Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.

Can I create my own food comparisons?

Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.

How often should I use food comparisons in my meal planning?

Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.

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Blueberries Overnight Oats With Ancient Grains, Blueberries With Ancient Grains vs Granola Cereal, Vanilla Almond

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blueberries ... Food 1 Food 1 • BREKKI LLC Blueberries Overnight Oats With Ancient Grains, Blueberries With Ancient Grains	45.2	133	18.0	8.0	2.7	5.3	4.0
Granola Cere... Food 2 Food 2 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Granola Cereal, Vanilla Almond	69.0	431	69.0	24.1	6.9	13.8	10.3

Cinnamon Toast Cereal, Cinnamon Toast vs Magic Stars Sweetened Oat Cereal With Marshmallows, Magic Stars

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Toa... Food 1 Food 1 • CATALINA SNACKS INC. Cinnamon Toast Cereal, Cinnamon Toast	9.2	306	38.9	—	25.0	13.9	30.6
Magic Stars ... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Magic Stars Sweetened Oat Cereal With Marshmallows, Magic Stars	54.7	389	83.3	38.9	5.6	4.2	8.3

Frosted Corn Puffs Cereal vs Honey Nut Flavored Tasteeos Sweetened Toasted Oat Cereal, Honey Nut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Frosted Corn... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Frosted Corn Puffs Cereal	73.2	395	88.4	48.8	2.3	4.7	2.3
Honey Nut Fl... Food 2 Food 2 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Honey Nut Flavored Tasteeos Sweetened Toasted Oat Cereal, Honey Nut	54.6	378	81.1	32.4	5.4	5.4	8.1

Schnucks, Fruit Rings, Sweetened Multi Grain Cereal, Orange, Lemon, Cherry, Lime & Berry, Orange, Lemon, Cherry, Lime & Berry vs Gari

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Schnucks, Fr... Food 1 Food 1 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Schnucks, Fruit Rings, Sweetened Multi Grain Cereal, Orange, Lemon, Cherry, Lime & Berry, Orange, Lemon, Cherry, Lime & Berry	43.5	379	86.2	37.9	10.3	3.5	3.5
Gari Food 2 Food 2 • GOLDEN TROPICS, LTD. Gari	87.5	339	78.6	—	—	1.8	1.8

Rolled Oats vs Naturally Flavored Corn Puffs With Marshmallows, Hot Cocoa

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rolled Oats Food 1 Food 1 • FOOD GROUP INTERNATIONAL Rolled Oats	44.3	375	67.5	2.5	10.0	7.5	12.5
Naturally Fl... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Naturally Flavored Corn Puffs With Marshmallows, Hot Cocoa	43.3	370	85.2	37.0	3.7	5.6	3.7

Lightly Sweetened Crispy Corn Puffs, Honey vs Toasted Oats Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lightly Swee... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Lightly Sweetened Crispy Corn Puffs, Honey	49.2	364	84.9	18.2	9.1	3.0	6.1
Toasted Oats... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Toasted Oats Cereal	35.0	357	75.0	3.6	10.7	5.4	10.7

All Round Goodness Allergen Free Cereal, Original vs Sweetened Wheatfuls Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal, Sweetened Wheat Fuls

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
All Round Go... Food 1 Food 1 • COMMON GROUND USA INC. All Round Goodness Allergen Free Cereal, Original	35.3	393	75.0	3.6	10.7	3.6	7.1
Sweetened Wh... Food 2 Food 2 • POST CONSUMER BRANDS, LLC Sweetened Wheatfuls Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal, Sweetened Wheat Fuls	76.4	382	81.8	20.0	10.9	1.8	9.1

Lemon Lavender Granola, Lemon Lavender vs Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Soft Baked Chewy Granola Clusters, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lemon Lavend... Food 1 Food 1 • IVY'S GOURMET, LLC Lemon Lavender Granola, Lemon Lavender	24.2	481	55.6	18.5	7.4	25.9	14.8
Dark Chocola... Food 2 Food 2 • KIND INC. Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Soft Baked Chewy Granola Clusters, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter	31.3	236	32.7	10.9	3.6	9.1	5.5

Oats Dosa vs Groud Toasted Wheat

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Oats Dosa Food 1 Food 1 • A B MARINE, INC. Oats Dosa	35.9	175	33.0	—	1.0	2.1	6.4
Groud Toaste... Food 2 Food 2 • GOFIO LA MOLINETA, LA ESTRELLA DE ORO SL Groud Toasted Wheat	38.8	392	81.6	—	1.9	2.5	10.8

Chocolate Chip Flavored Instant Oatmeal, Chocolate vs Honey Nut Toasted Oats Cereal, Honey Nut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS, INC. Chocolate Chip Flavored Instant Oatmeal, Chocolate	52.7	385	74.4	30.8	5.1	6.4	7.7
Honey Nut To... Food 2 Food 2 • MARKET BASKET INC. Honey Nut Toasted Oats Cereal, Honey Nut	60.6	390	80.5	29.3	4.9	4.9	7.3

Granola, Honey Almond vs Granola, French Vanilla

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Granola, Hon... Food 1 Food 1 • MOZIAN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Granola, Honey Almond	32.2	429	54.3	14.3	5.7	20.0	11.4
Granola, Fre... Food 2 Food 2 • COBORN'S INCORPORATED Granola, French Vanilla	65.3	418	70.9	29.1	5.5	12.7	36.4

Puffed Wheat Cereal, Puffed Wheat vs Mixed Berry Flavored Filled Whole Grain Cereal, Mixed Berry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Puffed Wheat... Food 1 Food 1 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Puffed Wheat Cereal, Puffed Wheat	67.2	395	89.5	55.3	—	1.3	5.3
Mixed Berry ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Mixed Berry Flavored Filled Whole Grain Cereal, Mixed Berry	82.4	333	80.0	20.0	10.0	1.7	8.3

Hot Oatmeal, Maple Nut vs Macadamia Chunk Oats, Honey, Butter, Brown Sugar, Macadamia Nuts, White Chocolate Chip, Flax Seed, Vanilla, Cinnamon Soft Granola, Macadamia Chunk

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hot Oatmeal,... Food 1 Food 1 Hot Oatmeal, Maple Nut	65.8	420	76.0	22.0	8.0	8.0	10.0
Macadamia Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • THE TOASTED OAT Macadamia Chunk Oats, Honey, Butter, Brown Sugar, Macadamia Nuts, White Chocolate Chip, Flax Seed, Vanilla, Cinnamon Soft Granola, Macadamia Chunk	26.5	464	57.1	32.1	7.1	21.4	10.7

Frosted Shredded Wheat Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal, Frosted Shredded Wheat vs Cinnamon Oats Crisps Cereal, Cinnamon

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Frosted Shre... Food 1 Food 1 • H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY Frosted Shredded Wheat Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal, Frosted Shredded Wheat	86.3	350	83.3	20.0	10.0	1.7	8.3
Cinnamon Oat... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Cinnamon Oats Crisps Cereal, Cinnamon	62.4	381	81.0	23.8	4.8	3.6	9.5

Golden Puffs vs Grits With Broccoli And Cheese Sauce, Broccoli & Cheddar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Puffs Food 1 Food 1 • POST CONSUMER BRANDS, LLC Golden Puffs	67.2	395	89.5	55.3	—	1.3	5.3
Grits With B... Food 2 Food 2 • HOUSE-AUTRY MILLS INC. Grits With Broccoli And Cheese Sauce, Broccoli & Cheddar	69.9	368	70.2	8.8	7.0	5.3	10.5

Oatmeal, Apple Crisp vs Organic Original Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Oatmeal, App... Food 1 Food 1 • M AND M PRODUCTIONS CO. Oatmeal, Apple Crisp	65.0	165	23.5	5.9	4.1	4.7	4.7
Organic Orig... Food 2 Food 2 • POST CONSUMER BRANDS, LLC Organic Original Cereal	50.1	375	75.0	2.5	10.0	5.0	15.0

Fruit & Yogurt Crispy Rice & Wheat Flakes With Oat & Fruit Clusters And Yogurt Coated Clusters, Fruit & Yogurt vs Fruit & Nut Hearty Mix Of Raisins, Cranberries, Almonds And Tender Coconut Baked With Honey Premium Granola, Fruit & Nut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Fruit & Yogu... Food 1 Food 1 • MEIJER, INC. Fruit & Yogurt Crispy Rice & Wheat Flakes With Oat & Fruit Clusters And Yogurt Coated Clusters, Fruit & Yogurt	82.7	389	85.2	31.5	7.4	2.8	5.6
Fruit & Nut ... Food 2 Food 2 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Fruit & Nut Hearty Mix Of Raisins, Cranberries, Almonds And Tender Coconut Baked With Honey Premium Granola, Fruit & Nut	75.0	443	72.1	27.9	8.2	14.8	8.2

Apple Strawberry Flavored Cutie O's Cereal, Apple Strawberry vs Groud Toasted Wheat

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Apple Strawb... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Apple Strawberry Flavored Cutie O's Cereal, Apple Strawberry	63.1	385	87.2	35.9	5.1	2.6	5.1
Groud Toaste... Food 2 Food 2 • GOFIO LA MOLINETA, LA ESTRELLA DE ORO SL Groud Toasted Wheat	38.8	392	81.6	—	1.9	2.5	10.8

Natural Directions, Organic Naturally Flavored Instant Oatmeal, Maple Spice, Maple Spice vs Original Instant Grits, Original

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Natural Dire... Food 1 Food 1 • WESTERN FAMILY FOODS, INC. Natural Directions, Organic Naturally Flavored Instant Oatmeal, Maple Spice, Maple Spice	52.6	375	75.0	32.5	7.5	3.8	10.0
Original Ins... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS COMPANY Original Instant Grits, Original	60.7	333	78.6	—	4.8	1.2	9.5

Toasted Oats vs Cheddar Cheese Instant Grits

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Toasted Oats Food 1 Food 1 • MARKET PANTRY Toasted Oats	42.8	400	80.0	30.0	6.7	5.0	10.0
Cheddar Chee... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Cheddar Cheese Instant Grits	37.1	357	71.4	3.6	3.6	5.4	7.1

Cereal Comparisons For Diabetics