Cereal Lion

Cereal Lion

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Target diet: Keto

Cereal Lion · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (73.1g/100g).

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On the label

cereal grainswhole grain wheat41%wheat floursugarglucose syrupcaramel paste3%)

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)73.1 g
Sugars (per 100g)24.5 g
Fat (per 100g)7.4 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
405 kcal
Fat
7.4 g
Saturated fat
1.1 g
low
Carbohydrates
73.1 g
Sugars
24.5 g
high
Fibre
7 g
Protein
8.1 g
Salt
0.5 g

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, high in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

cereal grains (whole grain wheat (41%), wheat flour), sugar, glucose syrup, caramel paste (6,3%) (sweetened condensed milk, sugar, glucose syrup, caramelised sugar syrup, salt), sunflower oil, chocolate (4,2%) (sugar, cocoa powder, cocoa mass, fat-reduced cocoa powder), vitamins and minerals (calcium, niacin, pantothenic acid, iron, vitamin d, vitamin b6, thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid), salt, flavourings, emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, caramelised sugar syrup,

Detailed analysis: why is Cereal Lion not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Cereal Lion is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Too high in carbs (73.1g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: cereal grains (whole grain wheat (41%), wheat flour), sugar, glucose syrup, caramel paste (6,3%) (sweetened condensed milk, sugar, glucose syrup, caramelised sugar syrup, salt), sunflower oil, chocolate (4,2%) (sugar, cocoa powder, cocoa mass, fat-reduced cocoa powder), vitamins and minerals (calcium, niacin, pantothenic acid, iron, vitamin d, vitamin b6, thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid), salt, flavourings, emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, caramelised sugar syrup,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Cereal Lion contains 405 calories per 100g, with 8.1g of protein, 7.4g of fat, and 73.1g of carbohydrates (24.5g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.

What should you do?

If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cereal Lion Keto?

No, Cereal Lion is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (73.1g/100g).

Does Cereal Lion contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: cereal grains (whole grain wheat (41%), wheat flour), sugar, glucose syrup, caramel paste (6,3%) (sweetened condensed milk, sugar, glucose syrup, cara...

What are the nutritional facts of Cereal Lion?

Cereal Lion contains 405 calories per 100g, with 8.1g of protein, 73.1g of carbohydrates, and 7.4g of fat.

How much sugar is in Cereal Lion?

Cereal Lion lists 24.5 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).

Is Cereal Lion ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Cereal Lion is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Cereal Lion on a Keto diet?

No, Cereal Lion is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.