Processed Cereal Products

Blood Sugar Impact of Vanilla Chex Cereal Family Size

Vanilla Chex Cereal Family Size
62

Vanilla Chex Cereal Family Size has a BSI score of 62.0, indicating substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 32.3g carbs, 8.4g sugar, 0.6g fiber, 2.0g protein per serving. Expected to cause significant blood sugar spike. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.

Grams
per serving

Key Nutrients

Per 40.0g serving

Vanilla chex cereal family size contains 32.3g of carbs, 8.4g of sugar, 2.0g of protein, 3.6g of fat, and 0.6g of fiber per 40.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.

Nutrient Amount
per serving
Carbs 32.3g
Sugars 8.4g
Fiber 0.6g
Protein 2.0g
Fat 3.6g

Estimated Blood Sugar Response

BSI Score:
62

Vanilla chex cereal family size contains 80.9g of carbs, 21.0g of sugar, and 1.6g of fiber per 40.0 GRMg serving. This chart shows the estimated blood sugar curve based on these nutritional factors. This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only.

Medical Disclaimer: This blood sugar response estimate is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Our Methodology: We calculate blood sugar impact using nutritional data including carbohydrates, sugars, fiber content, and food processing factors. This proprietary algorithm estimates timing and magnitude of blood sugar response based on established glycemic research.

Important: Individual responses vary significantly based on metabolism, medication, activity level, and overall health. This tool cannot replace professional medical advice, glucose monitoring, or consultation with your healthcare provider.

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Serving size 40.0 GRMg

Calories 167

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 3.6g 5%
Saturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Monounsaturated Fat 2.4g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0.0mg 0%
Sodium 243.4mg 11%
Total Carbohydrates 32.3g 12%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g 2%
Total Sugars 8.4g

* 23.3g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data

Protein 2.0g 4%
Calcium 130.0mg 10%
Iron 12.6mg 70%
Potassium 60.9mg 1%

* 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:

INGREDIENTS: WHOLE GRAIN RICE, RICE, SUGAR, CANOLA AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL, SALT, MOLASSES, NATURAL FLAVOR, ROSEMARY EXTRACT. VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS.VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM CARBONATE, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, IRON AND ZINC (MINERAL NUTRIENTS), VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE), A B VITAMIN (NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), VITAMIN A (PALMITATE), A B VITAMIN (FOLIC ACID), VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN D3.

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Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C 17% DV
Niacin (B3) 31% DV
Thiamin (B1) 83% DV
Riboflavin (B2) 98% DV
Vitamin B6 59% DV
Vitamin B12 125% DV
Folate 50% DV

Minerals

Calcium 33% DV
Iron 175% DV
Potassium 4% DV
Zinc 68% DV
* % Daily Values based on 2,000 calorie diet

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Ingredient Type Found In This Product
🍭 Added Sugar
SUGAR
Ambiguous
NATURAL FLAVOR*
🫧 Fat
OIL*
🌡️ Flavor Additive
NATURAL FLAVOR*
🍚 High GI Carb
SUGAR
🌿 Natural
SALT
💦 Refined Fat
OIL*
🧂 Seasoning
SALT
* Note: Items marked with an asterisk (*) indicate ingredients that were detected as containing this ingredient rather than being an exact match.

Food Tags

These tags help categorize Vanilla Chex Cereal Family Size based on its ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.

Medical Disclaimer: These are diet tags generated automatically. We do our best to make sure they're accurate, but please double-check important dietary information. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific dietary needs.

Diet Compatibility

Blood Sugar Impact Tags

Ingredient Tags

🍭 Added Sugar
Ambiguous
🫧 Fat
🌡️ Flavor Additive
🍚 High GI Carb
🌿 Natural
💦 Refined Fat
🧂 Seasoning

Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.

About Our Food Data

All nutritional data comes from the USDA Food Database. Some branded products contain self-reported information that may not be perfectly accurate. Food details are inherently difficult to measure precisely, so we do our best to provide reliable information and use the data quality score below to help you assess accuracy.

Brand General Mills Sales Inc.
Data Source Branded
Data Quality Score 100/100
Quality Tier High
USDA Food Record ID 2720069

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