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 Special K Cereal 18 Oz vs Quaker Chewy Granola Bars Strawberry Yogurt 1.23 Z

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Sp... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Special K Cereal 18 Oz	54.1	380	73.6	12.2	1.4	1.9	18.4
Quaker Chewy... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Chewy Granola Bars Strawberry Yogurt 1.23 Z	45.9	420	71.2	32.4	3.5	13.0	6.7

Cheerios Veggie Blends Apple Strawberry Breakfast Cereal Family Size vs Honey Nut Cheerios Gluten Free Breakfast Cereal Giant Size

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheerios Veg... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Veggie Blends Apple Strawberry Breakfast Cereal Family Size	64.2	384	81.1	20.4	6.4	4.8	7.9
Honey Nut Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Honey Nut Cheerios Gluten Free Breakfast Cereal Giant Size	53.0	380	81.2	33.6	7.7	4.8	8.8

Sun Maid Bites Banana Split 3 Oz Bag vs Nature Valley Crunchy Oats 'N Honey Granola Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sun Maid Bit... Food 1 Food 1 • SUN-MAID GROWERS Sun Maid Bites Banana Split 3 Oz Bag	30.8	429	64.3	28.6	7.1	16.1	7.1
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

Count Chocula Mini Treat Bar vs Larabar Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fruit & Nut Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Count Chocul... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Count Chocula Mini Treat Bar	19.3	413	73.8	39.7	3.2	11.4	3.7
Larabar Choc... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Larabar Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fruit & Nut Bar	42.4	491	56.1	35.3	6.3	25.9	8.4

Kellogg's Special K Cereal 18 Oz vs Lucky Charms S'mores Breakfast Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Sp... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Special K Cereal 18 Oz	54.1	380	73.6	12.2	1.4	1.9	18.4
Lucky Charms... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Lucky Charms S'mores Breakfast Cereal	58.4	380	85.3	31.4	4.9	3.8	5.6

Nature Valley Protein Peanut Almond & Dark Chocolate Chewy Bar vs Nature Valley Crunchy Cinnamon Granola Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Protein Peanut Almond & Dark Chocolate Chewy Bar	17.1	496	37.1	15.7	13.5	29.9	24.5
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Crunchy Cinnamon Granola Bar	51.7	452	69.9	27.2	5.7	17.1	7.9

Quaker Steel Cut Whole Grain Oats Quick 3 Minute Oats 25 Oz vs 25% Less Sugar Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bowlpak

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Quaker Steel... Food 1 Food 1 • PEPSICO INC. BRAND OWNER Quaker Steel Cut Whole Grain Oats Quick 3 Minute Oats 25 Oz	52.0	378	68.9	2.2	8.9	6.7	13.3
25% Less Sug... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. 25% Less Sugar Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bowlpak	35.5	379	78.2	20.6	13.3	8.9	5.7

Cascadian Farm Organic No Added Sugar Coconut Cashew Granola vs Kashi Organic Cereal Strawberry Fields 10.3 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cascadian Fa... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cascadian Farm Organic No Added Sugar Coconut Cashew Granola	26.3	520	57.0	12.0	7.0	29.0	8.0
Kashi Organi... Food 2 Food 2 • KASHI SALES LLC Kashi Organic Cereal Strawberry Fields 10.3 Oz	84.1	361	83.0	20.4	5.0	0.7	9.3

Nature Valley Crunchy Roasted Almond Granola Bar vs Cheerios Chocolate Strawberry Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Crunchy Roasted Almond Granola Bar	48.8	465	66.9	26.3	6.0	19.4	8.7
Cheerios Cho... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Chocolate Strawberry Cereal	51.4	382	81.0	30.0	7.8	5.1	9.0

Nature Valley Peanut Butter Chocolate Layered Granola Nut Bar vs Zee Zees Soft Baked Bar, Blueberry Lemon, 1.3 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Peanut Butter Chocolate Layered Granola Nut Bar	35.8	487	53.9	23.1	5.1	25.6	10.3
Zee Zees Sof... Food 2 Food 2 • NATIONAL FOOD GROUP Zee Zees Soft Baked Bar, Blueberry Lemon, 1.3 Oz	42.6	417	66.7	25.0	5.6	13.9	5.6

Kellogg's Special K Cereal .62 Oz vs Bear Naked Cereal Granola All Natural Fit Vanilla Almond 12 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Sp... Food 1 Food 1 • WK KELLOGG CO Kellogg's Special K Cereal .62 Oz	25.0	380	73.6	12.2	1.4	1.9	18.4
Bear Naked C... Food 2 Food 2 • BEAR NAKED FOODS Bear Naked Cereal Granola All Natural Fit Vanilla Almond 12 Oz	58.0	422	68.4	13.9	9.9	14.6	12.4

Team Cheerios Strawberry Cereal Bar vs Cascadian Farm Organic Sweet &Amp; Salty Peanut With Puffed Rice &Amp; Quinoa Chewy Granola Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Team Cheerio... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Team Cheerios Strawberry Cereal Bar	50.8	395	73.2	23.0	8.1	8.8	5.9
Cascadian Fa... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cascadian Farm Organic Sweet &Amp; Salty Peanut With Puffed Rice &Amp; Quinoa Chewy Granola Bar	40.0	457	62.9	25.7	2.9	20.0	8.6

Kellogg's All Bran Cereal Original 18.3 Oz vs Nature Valley Honey Blueberry Yogurt Toppers

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Al... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's All Bran Cereal Original 18.3 Oz	38.3	301	78.1	21.3	29.9	4.9	12.5
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Honey Blueberry Yogurt Toppers	26.7	450	55.5	23.6	7.8	17.7	20.7

;Ratio Keto Friendly Toasted Almond Crunchy Bar vs Nature Valley Dark Chocolate Cherry Yogurt Granola Toppers

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
;Ratio Keto ... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. ;Ratio Keto Friendly Toasted Almond Crunchy Bar	7.4	552	22.1	2.4	11.9	42.8	29.3
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Dark Chocolate Cherry Yogurt Granola Toppers	26.6	444	54.0	25.9	6.5	18.3	20.4

Crunchy Almond Oatmeal Crisp Breakfast Cereal vs Larabar Pineapple Upside Down Cake Fruit & Nut Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crunchy Almo... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Crunchy Almond Oatmeal Crisp Breakfast Cereal	79.8	389	78.6	22.7	10.0	7.0	10.3
Larabar Pine... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Larabar Pineapple Upside Down Cake Fruit & Nut Bar	42.8	395	57.6	44.0	8.1	15.1	8.2

Bear Naked Cereal Granola Toasted Coconut Almond 12 Oz vs Bear Naked Cereal Granola All Natural Granola Fruit & Nut 48 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bear Naked C... Food 1 Food 1 • KASHI US Bear Naked Cereal Granola Toasted Coconut Almond 12 Oz	65.6	386	74.2	10.3	11.2	9.0	11.0
Bear Naked C... Food 2 Food 2 • BEAR NAKED FOODS Bear Naked Cereal Granola All Natural Granola Fruit & Nut 48 Oz	63.7	454	64.4	22.2	8.5	20.2	10.4

Kashi Organic Cereal Berry Fruitful 15.6 Oz vs Kellogg's In & Out Cereal Unicorn 18.7 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kashi Organi... Food 1 Food 1 • KASHI SALES LLC Kashi Organic Cereal Berry Fruitful 15.6 Oz	79.0	324	76.7	14.8	10.4	1.3	10.9
Kellogg's In... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's In & Out Cereal Unicorn 18.7 Oz	47.0	390	87.8	37.8	5.4	3.7	5.5

Kashi Go Cereal Crunch 21.3 Oz vs Dulce De Leche Toast Crunch Breakfast Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kashi Go Cer... Food 1 Food 1 • KASHI US Kashi Go Cereal Crunch 21.3 Oz	55.9	363	71.4	24.0	16.3	6.0	16.7
Dulce De Lec... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Dulce De Leche Toast Crunch Breakfast Cereal	58.3	406	80.2	30.1	7.3	9.2	5.7

Cheerios Veggie Blends Apple Strawberry Breakfast Cereal Family Size vs Quaker Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bar .84 Ounce Plastic Bag

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheerios Veg... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Veggie Blends Apple Strawberry Breakfast Cereal Family Size	64.2	384	81.1	20.4	6.4	4.8	7.9
Quaker Chewy... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bar .84 Ounce Plastic Bag	31.0	417	70.8	29.2	4.2	14.6	4.2

Cascadian Farm Organic Sweet &Amp; Salty Peanut With Puffed Rice &Amp; Quinoa Chewy Granola Bar vs Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Berry Blend Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cascadian Fa... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cascadian Farm Organic Sweet &Amp; Salty Peanut With Puffed Rice &Amp; Quinoa Chewy Granola Bar	40.0	457	62.9	25.7	2.9	20.0	8.6
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Protein Smoothie Berry Blend Bar	20.5	468	41.0	20.6	12.9	24.9	24.8

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