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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Cascadian Farm Organic No Added Sugar Blueberry Vanilla Chewy Bar vs Kashi Heart To Heart Cereal Honey Toasted Oat 12 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 Blueberry Vanilla Chewy Bar	39.4	420	66.9	13.6	6.8	13.3	8.1
Kashi Heart ... Food 2 Food 2 • KASHI SALES LLC Kashi Heart To Heart Cereal Honey Toasted Oat 12 Oz	57.9	366	83.9	16.7	13.2	4.7	8.7

Kellogg's Raisin Bran Cereal 13.7 Oz vs Kellogg's All Bran Cereal Complete Wheat Flakes .88 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Ra... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Raisin Bran Cereal 13.7 Oz	78.1	325	79.7	28.6	12.3	1.9	7.9
Kellogg's Al... Food 2 Food 2 • WK KELLOGG CO Kellogg's All Bran Cereal Complete Wheat Flakes .88 Oz	31.2	322	81.3	18.2	17.4	2.5	10.2

F1 Strsl Bar Strwbry vs Kellogg's Mini Wheats Cereal Blueberry Muffin 15.5 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
F1 Strsl Bar... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. F1 Strsl Bar Strwbry	42.7	375	67.5	22.5	12.5	12.5	5.0
Kellogg's Mi... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Mini Wheats Cereal Blueberry Muffin 15.5 Oz	87.1	350	84.5	22.3	10.4	1.6	8.9

Cap'n Crunch Berries Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal 1.30 Ounce Plastic Cup vs Cap'n Crunch Crunch Berries Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal 18.7 Ounce Paper Box

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cap'n Crunch... Food 1 Food 1 • PEPSICO INC. Cap'n Crunch Berries Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal 1.30 Ounce Plastic Cup	61.2	398	86.2	44.2	2.2	4.7	4.2
Cap'n Crunch... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. Cap'n Crunch Crunch Berries Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal 18.7 Ounce Paper Box	19.2	398	39.8	44.2	2.2	4.8	4.3

Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats Poppers Vanilla 1 Oz vs Kellogg's Apple Jacks Cereal Original 1.5 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kellogg's Ri... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats Poppers Vanilla 1 Oz	39.9	469	73.7	47.1	0.1	18.5	2.2
Kellogg's Ap... Food 2 Food 2 • WK KELLOGG CO Kellogg's Apple Jacks Cereal Original 1.5 Oz	67.8	376	87.7	34.4	5.6	3.8	5.5

Quaker Chewy Yogurt Variety Pack Granola Bars (14 1.23 Ounce) 17.2 Ounce 14 Count Plastic Bag vs Nature Valley Peanut Butter Crispy Creamy Wafer Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Quaker Chewy... Food 1 Food 1 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Chewy Yogurt Variety Pack Granola Bars (14 1.23 Ounce) 17.2 Ounce 14 Count Plastic Bag	45.9	420	71.2	32.4	3.5	13.0	6.7
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Peanut Butter Crispy Creamy Wafer Bar	25.9	553	47.3	22.3	8.1	33.7	15.5

Team Cheerios Strawberry Cereal Bar vs Kellogg's Rice Krispies Cereal Treats 11.6 Oz

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
Kellogg's Ri... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kellogg's Rice Krispies Cereal Treats 11.6 Oz	50.3	395	85.5	29.5	0.4	4.1	4.3

Gmills Hny Nut Cheerios Sweetened Whl Grn Oat Cereal Gnt Sz vs Nature Valley Savory Nut Crunch Bbq Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gmills Hny N... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Gmills Hny Nut Cheerios Sweetened Whl Grn Oat Cereal Gnt Sz	39.1	393	78.6	32.1	7.1	5.4	7.1
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Savory Nut Crunch Bbq Bar	19.2	518	46.6	8.0	5.0	31.8	14.8

Granola, Cinnamon, Whole Grain, Wholesome Choice, Individually Wrapped, Retail, 3" X 4" vs Cap'n Crunch's Crunch Berries Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal 26 Ounce Box

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Granola, Cin... Food 1 Food 1 • BAKE CRAFTERS FOOD COMPANY Granola, Cinnamon, Whole Grain, Wholesome Choice, Individually Wrapped, Retail, 3" X 4"	25.1	393	53.6	14.3	7.1	14.3	7.1
Cap'n Crunch... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. Cap'n Crunch's Crunch Berries Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal 26 Ounce Box	43.0	398	86.2	44.2	2.2	4.8	4.3

:Ratio Keto Friendly Vanilla Almond Crunchy Bar vs Quaker Steel Cut Whole Grain Oats Quick 3 Minute Oats 25 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
:Ratio Keto ... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. :Ratio Keto Friendly Vanilla Almond Crunchy Bar	10.9	592	22.6	2.4	7.5	42.7	29.5
Quaker Steel... Food 2 Food 2 • 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

Kashi Whole Health Ready To Eat Cereal Puffed 6.5 Oz vs Kellogg's In & Out Cereal Unicorn 18.7 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kashi Whole ... Food 1 Food 1 • KASHI US Kashi Whole Health Ready To Eat Cereal Puffed 6.5 Oz	54.3	364	80.8	0.9	10.8	3.3	13.0
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

Nature Valley Oats 'N Honey Protein Granola vs Quaker Cwy Granola Bars Dipps Caramel Nut 1.09 Oz 6 Ct/12

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Oats 'N Honey Protein Granola	29.7	417	62.1	24.3	5.9	11.2	20.0
Quaker Cwy G... Food 2 Food 2 • PEPSICO INC. Quaker Cwy Granola Bars Dipps Caramel Nut 1.09 Oz 6 Ct/12	41.2	448	71.4	46.2	2.7	17.1	4.3

Good Measure Cheddar Almond Crisp vs Bear Naked Bites Dark Chocolate Sea Salt 7.2 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Good Measure... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Good Measure Cheddar Almond Crisp	4.9	520	17.0	7.0	7.0	35.0	37.0
Bear Naked B... Food 2 Food 2 • BEAR NAKED FOODS Bear Naked Bites Dark Chocolate Sea Salt 7.2 Oz	35.0	430	57.2	18.7	8.5	20.8	11.6

Kashi Organic Cereal Chocolate Crisp 10.8 Oz vs Chocolate Cheerios Cereal 15 Count

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kashi Organi... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Kashi Organic Cereal Chocolate Crisp 10.8 Oz	51.1	382	79.7	24.8	8.9	7.4	7.1
Chocolate Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Chocolate Cheerios Cereal 15 Count	44.5	381	79.8	29.0	8.3	5.6	9.3

Nature Valley Soft Baked Apple Cinnamon Muffin Bar vs Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Chocolate Nut & Seed Chewy Xl Granola Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Nature Valle... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Soft Baked Apple Cinnamon Muffin Bar	35.5	435	65.2	24.3	12.7	17.0	5.2
Nature Valle... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nature Valley Sweet & Salty Chocolate Nut & Seed Chewy Xl Granola Bar	51.0	472	56.6	24.5	5.7	24.5	9.4

Honey Nut Chex Cereal vs Gingerbread Toast Crunch Breakfast Cereal Family Size

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Honey Nut Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Honey Nut Chex Cereal	68.2	377	86.4	23.1	5.8	3.0	5.5
Gingerbread ... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Gingerbread Toast Crunch Breakfast Cereal Family Size	58.2	404	80.2	30.0	7.3	9.2	5.7

Multi Grain Cheerios Cereal Cup vs Cascadian Farm Organic Purely O's Cereal

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Multi Grain ... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Multi Grain Cheerios Cereal Cup	56.0	381	81.5	20.5	8.1	4.0	8.2
Cascadian Fa... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cascadian Farm Organic Purely O's Cereal	51.7	400	81.0	4.0	11.0	4.0	11.0

Larabar Cocoa Coconut Chew Fruit & Nut Bar vs Frosted Corn Flakes Cereal Bowlpak

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Larabar Coco... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Larabar Cocoa Coconut Chew Fruit & Nut Bar	33.8	466	50.4	34.8	10.6	24.9	9.8
Frosted Corn... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Frosted Corn Flakes Cereal Bowlpak	45.2	382	86.9	28.5	5.0	2.5	5.3

Cheerios Cereal On The Go Pouch vs Larabar Kid Chocolate Chip Cookie Bakes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheerios Cer... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Cereal On The Go Pouch	32.9	385	73.1	3.9	7.7	5.8	11.5
Larabar Kid ... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Larabar Kid Chocolate Chip Cookie Bakes	29.3	441	62.2	38.9	5.5	19.8	5.5

Cascadian Farm Organic Honey Oat Crunch Cereal vs Cascadian Farm Organic Toasted Coconut Chewy Protein Bar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cascadian Fa... Food 1 Food 1 • 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 Fa... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cascadian Farm Organic Toasted Coconut Chewy Protein Bar	25.3	500	34.0	20.0	6.0	32.0	24.0

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