Crispy Corn Puffs Honey

by General Mills

A moderately processed corn cereal with added sugars and synthetic vitamins. While fortified with nutrients, the multiple sugar sources and caramel color create moderate health concerns for regular consumption.

• Whole Grain Corn – beneficial · Good source of fiber and B vitamins, though nutritional value decreases with processing into puffs.
• Corn Meal – safe · Processed corn that provides carbohydrates but less fiber than whole grain corn.
• Sugar – controversial · Refined sugar that contributes to blood sugar spikes and provides empty calories.
• Corn Bran – beneficial · High-fiber outer layer of corn that supports digestive health.
• Honey – safe · Natural sweetener that still raises blood sugar but provides trace minerals.
• Salt – safe · Essential mineral in reasonable amounts for this product category.
• Brown Sugar Syrup – controversial · Concentrated sugar that adds to the total sugar load and blood sugar impact.
• Caramel Color – controversial · May contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), a potential carcinogen formed during production.
• Baking Soda – safe · Sodium bicarbonate used as a leavening agent, generally safe.
• Natural Flavor – safe · Broad term for flavoring compounds derived from natural sources.
• Mixed Tocopherols – beneficial · Natural vitamin E antioxidants that prevent rancidity and provide health benefits.
• Calcium Carbonate – beneficial · Calcium supplement that supports bone health.
• Iron – beneficial · Essential mineral for blood health and oxygen transport.
• Zinc – beneficial · Essential mineral for immune function and wound healing.
• Vitamin C – beneficial · Antioxidant vitamin that supports immune function.
• Niacinamide – beneficial · Vitamin B3 that supports energy metabolism and nervous system function.
• Vitamin B6 – beneficial · Essential for protein metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.
• Thiamin Mononitrate – beneficial · Vitamin B1 that supports energy metabolism and nervous system function.
• Riboflavin – beneficial · Vitamin B2 that supports energy production and cellular function.
• Vitamin A Palmitate – beneficial · Synthetic form of vitamin A that supports vision and immune function.
• Folic Acid – beneficial · Synthetic B vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation.
• Vitamin B12 – beneficial · Essential for nervous system function and red blood cell formation.
• Vitamin D3 – beneficial · Important for bone health and immune function.

Whole grain corn as primary ingredient

Comprehensive vitamin and mineral fortification

Natural vitamin E preservative

Contains fiber from corn bran

High added sugar content (9g per serving)

Multiple sugar sources

Caramel color with potential 4-MEI

Highly processed ingredients

Potential pesticide residues