Blood Sugar Impact of Cereal
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. However, the fiber content may help slow sugar absorption.
Key Nutrients
Per 32.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 27.0g |
| Sugars | 10.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 32.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* 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:
WHOLE GRAIN OAT FLOUR, SUGAR, DEGERMINATED YELLOW CORN FLOUR, RICE FLOUR, OAT FIBER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF CORN SYRUP, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, DEXTROSE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SALT, GELATIN, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA, RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1, YELLOW 6, BHT FOR FRESHNESS, WHEAT FLOUR. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: VITAMIN C (ASCORBIC ACID), NIACINAMIDE, REDUCED IRON, ZINC OXIDE, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN HYDROCHLORIDE), FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN D3.
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
|---|---|
|
🍭
Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
SYRUP*
|
|
🎨
Artificial Coloring
|
RED 40*
YELLOW 5*
|
|
⬜
Filler
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STARCH*
|
|
🍚
High GI Carb
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
|
|
🌿
Natural
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SALT
|
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🥖
Refined Carb
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FLOUR*
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🧂
Seasoning
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SALT
|
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⚗️
Synthetic Additive
|
RED 40*
YELLOW 5*
|
Food Tags
These tags help categorize Cereal based on its ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.
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Data Details
Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Cereal is a food product in the cereal category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 47.2.
Cereal has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 47.2. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Cereal contains 84.4g carbs, 31.3g sugars, 9.4g fiber, and 6.3g protein per 100g.
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.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Cereal into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Cereal compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the cereal category for alternatives.