Cheerios are often touted as being one of the most nutritional breakfast cereals in the world. Certainly, having all the benefits of whole-grain oats, it makes a healthful and nourishing snack.
But they are heavily marketed as having cholesterol-reducing abilities as well. So here we have decided to evaluate its nutritional benefits and see how it holds up with all of its claims.
But first, it is important to learn what they are made from to understand its nutrient composition better.
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What Are They Made Of?
They are usually made from toasting a combination of whole-grain oats, corn starch, sugar, salt, and certain other ingredients such as
tri-potassium phosphate and Vitamin E added for preserving freshness.
They undergo a kind of double toasting mechanism where the raw ingredients are toasted separately first and then again after when the oat flour is made into dough and shaped into O’s.
They come in various flavors that include ‘Honey nut Cheerios, one of its most popular variants, and chocolate, apple, cinnamon, fruity, frosted, etc.
Nutrition In Cheerios
They are whole-grain products so they naturally pack healthy carbs and fiber.
All the products in the market come with 0-grams of cholesterol and are even known to reduce the bad LDL cholesterol levels in the blood with a consistent routine.
They carry only 2g of protein per serving, so you’ll need to boost it up with something else
Milk and nuts are an excellent combo. Some people prefer coffee creamers for a thicker taste or a Keto diet.
They are packed with a good number of vitamins and minerals.
They are processed food but still, they are a healthier substitute than some meals and snacks that we have throughout the day.
They are fine for kids above the age of 8, or when they are ready for solid food since the essential vitamin and mineral content is sufficient for their body during that age.
Some Of Their Best Products In The Market
- Honey Nut Cheerios:
Honey nut flavor has been one of its most popular flavors for decades in the USA.
They are made with real honey and natural almond flavor.
They provide 12 essential vitamins and minerals, along with the necessary carbs, while also packing a good source of your daily iron and calcium needs.
- Cinnamon oat crunch Cheerios:
This is another popular flavor with a religious fan base. They can make a lasting impression that makes you yearning for more in the next meal.
“I was nervous about trying these because I love regular Cheerio’s!! But truthfully, they are the bomb!! Perfect combination of flavors and texture!! It was similar to a churro/cinnamon oatmeal flavor!!” – Kandra, who rated 5 on Amazon.
- Multi-Grain Cheerios:
This particular variant is good even for diabetics, as a snack which packs about 6g of sugar per serving, which isn’t bad at all in moderation.
And especially since it is packed along with other healthful micro and macronutrients and good fiber content 3g.
The protein content is low so it may need some additions if it is going to be a meal for other people.
- Apple Cinnamon Cheerios:
Again, a good source of iron and calcium. And as usual 12 vitamins and minerals, with heart-healthy soluble fiber and low in saturated fat cholesterol.
These are all different variants of the original producer, General mills, since 1941.
Some of its most competitive products in the market are:
- Quaker Oatmeal Squares Breakfast Cereal:
This is also another toasted oat product that has a similar nutritional composition as well.
This particular variant comes in 3 different flavors and contains brown sugar.
- Quaker Cap’n Crunch Breakfast Cereal:
Cap’n Crunch is a favorite among kids and teenagers. They provide 7 essential vitamins and minerals. This item comes in a 4-flavor variety pack.
For Your Attention
They are not certified gluten-free. Many of the ingredients we use do not come from genetically modified seeds.
If the ingredient label on any food or beverage product contains ingredients sourced from corn, soybean, beets(sugar) or canola, it most likely contains GE ingredients.
So, they are not a certified Non-GMO product.
Most of the products of General Mills are gluten-free but they are not all certified non-GMOs, so read the full description before purchasing these products, if this is a concern.
General Mills and the origin of America’s most popular breakfast cereals.
Cheerios have been one of America’s most popular breakfast cereals for over 76 years now. And General Mills is its original manufacturer.
They are also known as “Big G” and owns many other leading brands in the markets such as ‘Annie’s Homegrown’, ‘Betty Crocker’, ‘Yoplai’t, ‘Colombo’, ‘Totino’s’, ‘Pillsbury’, ‘Old El Paso’, ‘Häagen-Dazs’.
It is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota, which is a suburb of Minneapolis city in the state of Minnesota.
Cheerios began its production and sale from the year 1941 onwards under its previous name “CheeriOats”.
After facing a copyright infringement lawsuit from Quaker Oats who said their name is intentionally causing consumer confusion by using the word “oats” which they claimed was their exclusive province.
So General mills changed the name to ‘Cheerio’s’ without pursuing any legal discourse, and probably confident about its future prosperity in the market.
The FDA vs General Mills’ Cholesterol claims – In 2009, the FDA sent a warning letter to General Mills indicating a change in the way of their marketing.
You might be interested in reading about CarboFix
They said that the labeling statements they were using for marketing their product are making claims like unapproved drugs.
General Mills replied that “Cheerios’ soluble fiber health claim has been FDA-approved for 12 years, and Cheerios’ ‘lower your cholesterol 4% in 6 weeks’ message has been featured on the box for more than two years. The science is not in question. T
he scientific body of evidence supporting the heart health claim was the basis for FDA’s approval of the heart health claim, and the clinical study supporting Cheerios’ cholesterol-lowering benefit is very strong.”
But later in 2012, the FDA sent a letter approving its labeling.
Cheerios are certainly a healthy option that can be great for breakfast as well, with some added protein of course.
The cholesterol claims seem to be working as well from the studies quoted by General Mills. So, they can be a safe snack for those with cardiovascular problems as well.
It does contain some added sugars (6g per serving) but it is a safe amount for a day. It is still processed, so it is better to limit its consumption to once or twice per day maximum.
Just a simple, milk and cheerios – combination, topped with some almonds and peanuts are sure to provide a tasty, energizing, and nourishing meal for all kinds of people.
Cheerios!
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Lilah Ty is an American biologist, professor of entomology and zoology. Her various works have influenced social and cultural values in the United States. She is also qualified to treat people for general health problems and can also help with mental health advice. Lilah Ty has specializations in the underlying mechanisms that govern the functioning of biological systems within fields such as health, technology and the environment. She started her career path with a four years’ Bachelor’s degree and two years of master’s degree. Also, she has a deep knowledge in microbiology, anthropology, biochemistry and molecular biology.
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