Breakfast cereals, especially ones marketed as healthy, have faced increased examination of their sugar content. One particular Cheerios flavor – Honey Nut – has more sugar than one would expect. In fact, it has more sugar than other cereals in the same brand, as well as kids cereals not even marketed as healthy. This is a concern, as excess sugar consumption can have ill effects on one’s health. The manufacturer of the cereal advised a major publication against fixating solely on sugar content. However, consumers are encouraged to check nutrition facts.
Key Takeaways:
- Even very healthy cereals can still be loaded with carbs, which the body converts into sugars and can pack on unsuspected pounds.
- Some cereals may focus on emphasizing their fiber content while downplaying other ingredients.
- Manufacturers continue to maintain they’re simply making products customers love and want to buy instead of healthier options that won’t sell.
“a quick look at the label shows that three of the top six ingredients in the cereal are sweeteners: sugar, brown sugar, and honey.”
Read more: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/food/honey-nut-cheerios-sugar