Plain Cheerios

Plain Cheerios

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Target diet: Vegan

Plain Cheerios · Vegan

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At least one ingredient can come from either a plant or an animal source (things like "natural flavouring"), so Open Food Facts could not fully verify this product

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On the label

WHOLE GRAIN _OATS_CORN STARCHSUGARSALTTRISODIUM PHOSPHATECALCIUM CARBONATEMONOGLYCERIDESNIACINAMIDE

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsNone found
Open Food Facts analysisCould not verify

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
370 kcal
Fat
7.4 g
Saturated fat
1.5 g
low
Carbohydrates
74.1 g
Sugars
3.7 g
low
Fibre
11.1 g
Protein
14.8 g
Salt
1.6 g
high

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, low in sugars, 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 _OATS_, CORN STARCH, SUGAR, SALT, TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, MONOGLYCERIDES, TOCOPHEROLS VITAMINS & MINERALS: IRON, NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE (VITAMIN B5), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), FOLATE.

Why can't we give a definite answer for Plain Cheerios?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Plain Cheerios fits a vegan diet. Reasons:

  • At least one ingredient can come from either a plant or an animal source (things like "natural flavouring"), so Open Food Facts could not fully verify this product

Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a vegan diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Plain Cheerios Vegan?

We cannot say for certain. At least one ingredient can come from either a plant or an animal source (things like "natural flavouring"), so Open Food Facts could not fully verify this product Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.

Does Plain Cheerios contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: WHOLE GRAIN _OATS_, CORN STARCH, SUGAR, SALT, TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, MONOGLYCERIDES, TOCOPHEROLS VITAMINS & MINERALS: IRON, NIACIN...

What are the nutritional facts of Plain Cheerios?

Plain Cheerios contains 370 calories per 100g, with 14.8g of protein, 74.1g of carbohydrates, and 7.4g of fat.

How much sugar is in Plain Cheerios?

Plain Cheerios lists 3.7 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Plain Cheerios ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Plain Cheerios on a Vegan diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Plain Cheerios fits a Vegan diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.