Wheaties cereal

Wheaties cereal

General Mills · all General Mills products checked

Target diet: Keto

Wheaties cereal · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (84.2g/100g).

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On the label

Whole grain wheatsugarcorn syrupsalt. Vitamin Esodium) A B vitaminniacinamide) vitamin B6vitamin B2riboflavin

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)84.2 g
Sugars (per 100g)13.2 g
Fat (per 100g)1.3 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
342 kcal
Fat
1.3 g
Carbohydrates
84.2 g
Sugars
13.2 g
Fibre
10.5 g
Protein
7.9 g
Salt
1.5 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in salt. 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 3, processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Whole grain wheat, sugar, corn syrup, salt. Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols). Iron and zinc. Vitamin C(sodium) A B vitamin ( niacinamide) vitamin B6, vitamin B2 (riboflavin)

Detailed analysis: why is Wheaties cereal not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Wheaties cereal 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 (84.2g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Whole grain wheat, sugar, corn syrup, salt. Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols). Iron and zinc. Vitamin C(sodium) A B vitamin ( niacinamide) vitamin B6, vitamin B2 (riboflavin). We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Wheaties cereal contains 342 calories per 100g, with 7.9g of protein, 1.3g of fat, and 84.2g of carbohydrates (13.2g 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 Wheaties cereal Keto?

No, Wheaties cereal is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (84.2g/100g).

Does Wheaties cereal contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Whole grain wheat, sugar, corn syrup, salt. Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols). Iron and zinc. Vitamin C(sodium) A B vitamin ( niacinamide) vitamin B6, vit...

What are the nutritional facts of Wheaties cereal?

Wheaties cereal contains 342 calories per 100g, with 7.9g of protein, 84.2g of carbohydrates, and 1.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Wheaties cereal?

Wheaties cereal lists 13.2 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is Wheaties cereal ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Wheaties cereal is in group 3 (processed foods), not in the ultra-processed group.

Can I eat Wheaties cereal on a Keto diet?

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