Fiber One Honey Clusters Cereal

by General Mills

A fiber-rich cereal with genuine whole grains but undermined by multiple added sugars, corn syrup, and artificial sweeteners. While it delivers 13g of fiber per serving, the sugar content and ultra-processing make it a mixed nutritional choice.

• Whole Grain Wheat – beneficial · Primary whole grain providing fiber, B vitamins, and minerals in unrefined form.
• Whole Grain Oats – beneficial · Heart-healthy whole grain rich in beta-glucan fiber and protein.
• Sugar – controversial · Refined sugar that appears multiple times in ingredient list, contributing to blood sugar spikes.
• Brown Sugar – controversial · Minimally less processed than white sugar but still adds empty calories and blood sugar impact.
• Rice Flour – safe · Refined rice flour used as a binding agent in the clusters.
• Honey – safe · Natural sweetener with trace nutrients but still impacts blood sugar similarly to sugar.
• Corn Syrup – controversial · High glycemic index liquid sugar that rapidly raises blood glucose levels.
• Whole Grain Rice – beneficial · Unrefined rice grain providing fiber and nutrients.
• Salt – safe · Moderate amount used for flavor enhancement.
• Natural Flavor – safe · Generally recognized as safe flavoring compounds derived from natural sources.
• Barley Malt Extract – safe · Concentrated barley extract providing malty flavor and some nutrients.
• Cinnamon – beneficial · Spice with antioxidant properties and potential blood sugar benefits.
• Vitamin E – beneficial · Natural antioxidant that preserves freshness while providing nutritional value.
• Corn Bran – beneficial · Fiber-rich outer layer of corn kernels supporting digestive health.
• Wheat Bran – beneficial · High-fiber wheat outer layer that promotes gut health and regularity.
• Corn Starch – safe · Refined starch used as a thickening and binding agent.
• Malt Syrup – controversial · Another form of added sugar derived from malted grains.
• Tripotassium Phosphate – safe · Mineral salt used to regulate acidity and improve texture.
• Brown Sugar Syrup – controversial · Liquid form of brown sugar adding more sweetness and calories.
• Sucralose – controversial · Artificial sweetener that may disrupt gut bacteria and glucose metabolism.
• Acesulfame Potassium – controversial · Artificial sweetener with potential concerns about long-term safety and gut health impact.
• Calcium Carbonate – beneficial · Added mineral for bone health and calcium fortification.
• Iron – beneficial · Essential mineral for oxygen transport and energy metabolism.
• Zinc – beneficial · Essential mineral for immune function and wound healing.
• Niacinamide – beneficial · Vitamin B3 essential for energy metabolism and cellular function.
• Sodium Ascorbate – beneficial · Vitamin C form providing antioxidant benefits and immune support.
• Pyridoxine Hydrochloride – beneficial · Vitamin B6 essential for protein metabolism and brain function.
• Riboflavin – beneficial · Vitamin B2 important for energy production and cellular function.
• Thiamin Mononitrate – beneficial · Vitamin B1 essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function.
• Folic Acid – beneficial · Synthetic form of folate important for DNA synthesis and cell division.
• Vitamin B12 – beneficial · Essential vitamin for nerve function and red blood cell formation.

High fiber content (13g per serving)

Contains whole grains

Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals

No seed oils

Natural preservative (Vitamin E)

Multiple forms of added sugar (6 different types)

Contains artificial sweeteners

Ultra-processed (NOVA Class 4)

Potential glyphosate residues

High additive count