Breakfast Cereal
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Excellent nutrient density 57/100
How many beneficial nutrients Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
75% from carbs
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Carbs 75%74.7 g per serving
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Fat 13%5.9 g per serving
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Protein 11%11.3 g per serving
What Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.7 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | |
| Starch | 55.9 g | — |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 4.0 g | — |
| Glucose | 0.0 g | — |
| Fructose | 0.0 g | — |
| Lactose | 0.0 g | — |
| Maltose | 0.0 g | — |
| Galactose | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 64.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 1,880.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 39.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 14.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 796.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 88.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 7.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 9.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 1,860.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 39.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Nervonic Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 1,880.0 mg | — |
| alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 64.0 mg | — |
| gamma-Linolenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 23.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 11.3 g | |
| Histidine | 245.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 402.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 852.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 343.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 167.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 588.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 392.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 157.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 549.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 549.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 764.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 921.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 196.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,537.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 578.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 607.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 558.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 343.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 866.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 24.4 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.7 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 3.2 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 1.9 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1.6 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 19.1 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.8 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 714.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 6.2 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 1.1 mg | |
| Choline | 26.2 mg | |
| Betaine | 34.7 mg | — |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 408.0 mg | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | |
| Magnesium | 143.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 435.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 609.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 571.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 15.9 mg | |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | |
| Manganese | 3.4 mg | |
| Selenium | 28.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 4.3 g | — |
About Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS
Breakfast cereal is a popular morning food made from processed grains such as corn, wheat, oats, or rice, shaped into flakes, puffs, rings, biscuits, and clusters. Ready-to-eat cold cereals are typically served with milk, while hot cereals like oatmeal are cooked, making cereal one of the quickest and most convenient breakfasts. Nutrition varies widely by product, from whole-grain, high-fiber options to heavily sweetened types, and many cereals are fortified with added vitamins and minerals such as iron, folic acid, and B vitamins.
Choosing varieties higher in whole grains and fiber and lower in added sugar makes for a more wholesome start to the day. Beyond the breakfast bowl, cereal is eaten as a snack and used in bars, baked goods, and treats. Store breakfast cereal in an airtight container in a cool, dry pantry to keep it crisp.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS?
There are 366 calories in 100 g of Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS, or about 102 calories in 1 cup (1 NLEA serving) (28 g).
How much protein is in Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS contains 11.3 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS has 74.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS provides 5.9 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS a good source of?
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (258% DV), Folate (B9) (179% DV), Iron (177% DV), Thiamin (B1) (161% DV), Manganese (147% DV) and Zinc (144% DV) and a good source of Vitamin D and Potassium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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