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Crunchy Almond Oatmeal Crisp Cereal

by General Mills

A heavily processed cereal with three forms of added sugar making up 25%+ of the product, plus controversial preservatives. The whole grains provide some fiber benefit, but the high sugar content and processing level undermine health value.

  • WHOLE GRAIN OATS – beneficial · Excellent source of fiber and beta-glucan, which helps lower cholesterol and stabilize blood sugar.
  • WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT – safe · Provides fiber and B vitamins, though some individuals may have gluten sensitivity.
  • SUGAR – controversial · Refined sugar listed as third ingredient indicates high content, contributing to blood sugar spikes and empty calories.
  • ALMOND PIECES – beneficial · Provides healthy fats, protein, vitamin E, and magnesium.
  • CORN SYRUP – controversial · High-fructose sweetener that rapidly raises blood sugar and provides no nutritional value.
  • BROWN SUGAR SYRUP – controversial · Concentrated sugar syrup that adds sweetness and empty calories.
  • BROWN SUGAR – controversial · Refined sugar with minimal molasses, essentially white sugar with added color.
  • SALT – safe · Used in normal amounts for flavor enhancement.
  • OAT FLOUR – safe · Ground oats used as binding agent, retains some fiber content.
  • RICE FLOUR – safe · Gluten-free flour used for texture, though refined and low in nutrients.
  • HONEY – safe · Natural sweetener with trace minerals, but still contributes to high sugar content.
  • CINNAMON – beneficial · Natural spice with antioxidants and potential blood sugar benefits.
  • BAKING SODA – safe · Sodium bicarbonate used as leavening agent in processing.
  • ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR – controversial · Synthetic flavoring compounds of unknown composition, generally recognized as safe but unnecessary.
  • COLOR ADDED – controversial · Artificial coloring for visual appeal, provides no nutritional value.
  • VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) – beneficial · Natural antioxidant that preserves freshness while providing vitamin E.
  • BHT – controversial · Synthetic antioxidant preservative linked to potential endocrine disruption and banned in some countries.
  • IRON – safe · Essential mineral added for fortification.
  • CALCIUM CARBONATE – safe · Calcium supplement for bone health.
  • NIACINAMIDE – safe · Vitamin B3 for energy metabolism.
  • CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE – safe · Vitamin B5 for energy production.
  • PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE – safe · Vitamin B6 for protein metabolism and brain function.
  • FOLIC ACID – safe · Vitamin B9 essential for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation.

Contains whole grain oats and wheat for fiber

Real almond pieces provide healthy fats

Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals

Cinnamon provides natural antioxidants

Contains three different forms of added sugar

BHT preservative linked to health concerns

Ultra-processed with artificial flavoring

High glycemic impact despite whole grains

More sugar than many desserts