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Bran Cereal

by General Mills

A high-fiber cereal with beneficial whole grains and minimal added sugar, but relies on artificial sweeteners and processing aids. The extensive vitamin fortification and whole grain wheat base provide solid nutritional value despite moderate processing.

  • WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT – beneficial · Complete wheat kernel providing fiber, B vitamins, and minerals. Excellent source of complex carbohydrates and protein.
  • CORN BRAN – beneficial · High-fiber outer layer of corn kernels, providing insoluble fiber for digestive health and blood sugar regulation.
  • MODIFIED WHEAT STARCH – safe · Processed starch used to improve texture and shelf stability. Generally recognized as safe with minimal health concerns.
  • CARAMEL COLOR – safe · Common food coloring made from heated carbohydrates. Class I caramel color is considered safe with no significant health risks.
  • ANNATTO EXTRACT – safe · Natural coloring derived from annatto seeds. Generally safe with rare allergic reactions reported.
  • GUAR GUM – safe · Natural fiber from guar beans that acts as a thickener. May provide prebiotic benefits for gut health.
  • CELLULOSE GUM – safe · Plant-derived fiber used as a stabilizer. Generally safe and may contribute to dietary fiber intake.
  • SALT – safe · Standard sodium chloride for flavor enhancement. Used in minimal amounts in this product.
  • BAKING SODA – safe · Sodium bicarbonate used as a leavening agent. Safe and commonly used in food processing.
  • SUCRALOSE – controversial · Artificial sweetener that's 600 times sweeter than sugar. Some studies suggest potential gut microbiome disruption, though FDA considers it safe.
  • NATURAL FLAVOR – safe · Undefined natural flavoring compounds. Generally safe but lacks transparency in specific ingredients.
  • CALCIUM CARBONATE – beneficial · Essential mineral for bone health and muscle function. Well-absorbed form of calcium supplementation.
  • SODIUM ASCORBATE – beneficial · Vitamin C supplement with antioxidant properties. Supports immune function and iron absorption.
  • IRON – beneficial · Essential mineral for oxygen transport and energy metabolism. Important for preventing iron deficiency anemia.
  • ZINC – beneficial · Essential mineral for immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis.
  • NIACINAMIDE – beneficial · Vitamin B3 essential for energy metabolism and cellular function. Stable form of niacin without flushing effects.
  • PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE – beneficial · Vitamin B6 essential for protein metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and immune function.
  • THIAMIN MONONITRATE – beneficial · Vitamin B1 essential for energy metabolism and nervous system function.
  • RIBOFLAVIN – beneficial · Vitamin B2 essential for energy production and antioxidant enzyme function.
  • FOLIC ACID – beneficial · Essential B vitamin for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. Critical for preventing neural tube defects.
  • VITAMIN B12 – beneficial · Essential vitamin for nerve function, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation. Particularly important for vegetarians.

Whole grain wheat as primary ingredient

High fiber content from corn bran

No added sugars

Comprehensive vitamin and mineral fortification

No seed oils or concerning preservatives

Contains artificial sweetener sucralose

Moderate processing with modified starches

Potential glyphosate residues in non-organic grains

Undefined natural flavors

Ultra-processed classification (NOVA 4)