What are Processed Cereal Products food comparisons?

Processed Cereal Products 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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Kellogg's Donut Shop Cereal Pink Donut 16 Oz vs Larabar Organic With Superfoods Blueberry Lavender Hemp Fruit & Nut Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Do... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Donut Shop Cereal Pink Donut 16 Oz	48.0	423	79.7	35.5	2.7	9.4	6.4
Larabar Orga... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Larabar Organic With Superfoods Blueberry Lavender Hemp Fruit & Nut Bar	42.0	400	57.8	42.2	8.9	17.8	8.9

Nature Valley Savory Nut Crunch Bbq Bar vs Cascadian Farm Organic Honey Oat Crunch Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Savory Nut Crunch Bbq Bar	19.2	518	46.6	8.0	5.0	31.8	14.8
Cascadian Fa... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cascadian Farm Organic Honey Oat Crunch Cereal	80.3	385	82.7	17.3	3.8	3.9	7.7

Cascadian Farm Organic Oats And Honey Granola Cereal vs Nature Valley Lunchbox Double Chocolate Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cascadian Fa... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cascadian Farm Organic Oats And Honey Granola Cereal	37.3	450	75.0	23.0	6.0	12.0	9.0
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Lunchbox Double Chocolate Bar	27.1	418	72.7	20.4	19.0	11.5	6.1

Quaker Oatmeal Squares Brown Sugar 14.5 Ounce Paper Box vs Honey Nut Cheerios Gluten Free Breakfast Cereal Large Size

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Quaker Oatme... Food 1 Food 1 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Oatmeal Squares Brown Sugar 14.5 Ounce Paper Box	75.5	379	77.8	16.7	8.3	4.8	11.4
Honey Nut Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Honey Nut Cheerios Gluten Free Breakfast Cereal Large Size	53.0	380	81.2	33.6	7.7	4.8	8.8

Kellogg's Froot Loops Cereal 10.1 Oz vs Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Fr... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Froot Loops Cereal 10.1 Oz	62.7	374	87.5	31.3	5.7	3.8	5.7
Honey Nut Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch Cereal	42.9	375	78.1	28.1	9.4	4.7	9.4

Kellogg's Nutri Grain Cereal Bars Raspberry 20.8 Oz 48 Ct vs Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Pumpkin Spice 24 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Nu... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Nutri Grain Cereal Bars Raspberry 20.8 Oz 48 Ct	46.5	360	68.1	33.4	3.9	9.4	4.1
Kellogg's Fr... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Cereal Pumpkin Spice 24 Oz	50.2	370	88.4	34.7	1.0	0.3	4.4

Cheerios Cereal Pouch vs Quaker Chewy Granola Bar Chocolate Chunk Flavor 1.41 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheerios Cer... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Cereal Pouch	47.3	366	73.7	4.6	10.8	6.7	13.0
Quaker Chewy... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. BRAND OWNER Quaker Chewy Granola Bar Chocolate Chunk Flavor 1.41 Oz	56.8	400	77.5	30.0	5.0	7.5	5.0

Kellogg's Special K Cereal Red Berries 16.9 Oz vs Fiber One Strawberries & Vanilla Clusters Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Sp... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Special K Cereal Red Berries 16.9 Oz	60.2	361	85.9	28.9	7.5	1.5	7.1
Fiber One St... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Fiber One Strawberries & Vanilla Clusters Cereal	70.3	345	81.8	21.8	16.4	5.5	7.3

Cheerios Breakfast Cereal Cup vs Quaker Oats Old Fashioned (2 80 Oz) 160 Ounce 2 Pack Bag In Box

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheerios Bre... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Breakfast Cereal Cup	43.7	366	73.7	4.6	10.8	6.7	13.0
Quaker Oats ... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Oats Old Fashioned (2 80 Oz) 160 Ounce 2 Pack Bag In Box	45.1	368	67.8	1.0	9.3	7.2	13.3

Cheerios Veggie Blends Strawberry Apple Breakfast Cereal Pouch vs General Mills Enriched Quick Grits

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheerios Veg... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Veggie Blends Strawberry Apple Breakfast Cereal Pouch	51.1	384	81.1	20.4	6.4	4.8	7.9
General Mill... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. General Mills Enriched Quick Grits	70.4	364	79.6	0.6	1.6	1.2	8.8

Quaker Warm & Crunchy Cranberrry Almond Granola(8 1.76 Oz)14.1 Ounce 8 Pack Box vs Kellogg's Apple Jacks Cereal 32.1 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Quaker Warm ... Food 1 Food 1 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Warm & Crunchy Cranberrry Almond Granola(8 1.76 Oz)14.1 Ounce 8 Pack Box	65.7	400	76.0	24.0	8.0	9.0	10.0
Kellogg's Ap... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Apple Jacks Cereal 32.1 Oz	63.0	376	87.7	34.4	5.6	3.8	5.5

Nature Valley Honey Almond Butter Granola vs Quaker Life Maple Brown Sugar Multigrain Cereal 13 Ounce Paper Box

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Honey Almond Butter Granola	65.0	436	69.1	25.5	7.3	14.6	10.9
Quaker Life ... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Life Maple Brown Sugar Multigrain Cereal 13 Ounce Paper Box	44.8	375	78.1	25.0	6.2	4.7	9.4

Kashi Heart To Heart Cereal Blueberry 13.4 Oz vs Cocoa Puffs Loaded Breakfast Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kashi Heart ... Food 1 Food 1 • KASHI SALES LLC Kashi Heart To Heart Cereal Blueberry 13.4 Oz	79.6	379	81.1	21.2	5.6	4.1	8.9
Cocoa Puffs ... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cocoa Puffs Loaded Breakfast Cereal	56.0	419	74.4	28.7	5.6	13.7	4.9

Annie's Organic Chocolate Chip Chewy Granola Bar vs Nature Valley Crunchy Oats 'N Honey Granola Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Annie's Orga... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Annie's Organic Chocolate Chip Chewy Granola Bar	31.2	409	68.4	26.9	4.0	12.3	6.4
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Crunchy Oats 'N Honey Granola Bar	26.1	455	70.2	27.8	5.5	17.2	7.9

Gmills Apple Cinn Cheerios Sweetened Whl Grn Oat Cereal Family Sz vs General Mills Ghost High Protein Peanut Butter Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gmills Apple... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS Gmills Apple Cinn Cheerios Sweetened Whl Grn Oat Cereal Family Sz	39.1	393	78.6	32.1	7.1	5.4	7.1
General Mill... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. General Mills Ghost High Protein Peanut Butter Cereal	18.4	436	29.0	15.1	2.2	18.3	46.2

Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut Toasted Coconut Granola Bar vs Cocoa Puffs Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut Toasted Coconut Granola Bar	35.0	487	58.8	21.7	4.4	24.1	8.7
Cocoa Puffs ... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cocoa Puffs Cereal	100.0	388	86.0	33.0	6.0	5.0	6.0

Nature Valley Cinnamon Biscuits With Almond Butter Filling vs Reese's Puffs Peanut Butter And Chocolate Whole Grain Breakfast Cereal Bag

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Cinnamon Biscuits With Almond Butter Filling	38.8	493	60.8	28.0	6.8	25.9	8.5
Reese's Puff... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Reese's Puffs Peanut Butter And Chocolate Whole Grain Breakfast Cereal Bag	53.6	413	75.9	31.9	5.0	11.0	7.1

Kellogg's Nutri Grain Cereal Bars Mixed Berry 1.3 Oz vs Protein One 90 Calorie Strawberries & Cream Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Nu... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Nutri Grain Cereal Bars Mixed Berry 1.3 Oz	46.8	362	68.6	32.8	3.9	9.4	4.1
Protein One ... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Protein One 90 Calorie Strawberries & Cream Bar	10.8	330	39.0	3.0	17.0	8.0	39.0

Kellogg's Crispix Cereal 18 Oz vs Breakfast Kit Fruity Cheerios

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Cr... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Crispix Cereal 18 Oz	66.2	377	87.1	12.9	1.0	0.7	6.6
Breakfast Ki... Food 2 Food 2 • EAST SIDE ENTREES Breakfast Kit Fruity Cheerios	100.0	176	35.1	16.4	2.3	3.5	2.3

Trix With Marshmallows Cereal vs Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut Peanut Butter Mini Granola Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Trix With Ma... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Trix With Marshmallows Cereal	65.2	384	86.4	30.1	3.5	3.3	5.6
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Nut Peanut Butter Mini Granola Bar	21.2	483	57.7	21.3	4.3	23.6	10.2

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