Original Cheerios

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Why this score

• High in sugar, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium sugar, salt (−0.4).

Ingredients (21)

• 8WheatWhole grain, excellent source of fiber and nutrients
• 8CornWhole grain, nutritious but often genetically modified
• 9OatsWhole grain, excellent for heart health and digestion
• 8RiceWhole grain, good source of carbohydrates and minerals
• 6Wheat starchRefined carbohydrate; natural source but heavily processed
• 3SugarHighly refined, provides empty calories with no nutrients
• 4Golden SyrupRefined sugar syrup, provides empty calories with minimal nutrients
• 6Vegetable OilProcessed fat, nutritionally acceptable but quality varies by type
• 6Caramel Coloring 1Food coloring, generally safe but artificial and unnecessary
• 6AnnattoNatural food coloring from seeds, no artificial components
• 6SaltEssential mineral; natural but processed; use in moderation
• 4Trisodium PhosphateUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 8CalciumEssential mineral for bone health and bodily functions
• 8IronEssential mineral; prevents anemia; common fortification nutrient
• 9ZincEssential mineral for immune function and metabolism
• 9Vitamin CEssential vitamin for immunity and collagen synthesis
• 8NiacinB vitamin; supports energy metabolism; standard grain fortification
• 8Vitamin B1Essential B vitamin for energy metabolism and nerve function
• 8Vitamin B6Essential B vitamin for brain development and immune function
• 8Vitamin B2Essential B vitamin for energy production and cellular function
• 8Folic AcidB vitamin important for DNA synthesis and cell division

Allergens

Contains: gluten

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.

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