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Crispy Sweetened Corn Cereal Cinnamon & Syrup

by General Mills

Ultra-processed cereal with multiple forms of added sugar and inflammatory seed oils. Despite vitamin fortification, the high sugar content and refined ingredients make this a poor nutritional choice that causes blood sugar spikes.

  • Whole Grain Corn – beneficial · Good source of fiber and B vitamins, though processing reduces nutritional value significantly.
  • Sugar – dangerous · Refined white sugar that spikes blood glucose and contributes to metabolic dysfunction when consumed regularly.
  • Corn Meal – safe · Ground corn that provides texture and bulk, though refined and stripped of most nutrients.
  • Corn Syrup – dangerous · High-glucose syrup that causes rapid blood sugar spikes and contributes to insulin resistance.
  • Rice Bran Oil – controversial · Refined oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that can promote inflammation when consumed in excess.
  • Canola Oil – controversial · Highly processed seed oil that undergoes chemical extraction and may promote inflammation.
  • Salt – safe · Essential mineral used for flavor enhancement in reasonable amounts.
  • Refiner's Syrup – dangerous · Concentrated sugar syrup that further increases the product's glycemic impact.
  • Cinnamon – beneficial · Natural spice with anti-inflammatory properties and potential blood sugar benefits.
  • Color Added – controversial · Artificial colorants that may cause hyperactivity in sensitive children and offer no nutritional value.
  • Natural Flavor – safe · Flavor compounds derived from natural sources, though heavily processed.
  • Artificial Flavor – controversial · Synthetic flavor chemicals that may contain undisclosed compounds and additives.
  • Calcium Carbonate – beneficial · Essential mineral for bone health, added to fortify the cereal.
  • Zinc – beneficial · Essential mineral for immune function and wound healing.
  • Iron – beneficial · Essential mineral for oxygen transport and energy production.
  • Vitamin C – beneficial · Antioxidant vitamin that supports immune function and collagen synthesis.
  • Niacinamide – beneficial · Vitamin B3 essential for energy metabolism and cellular function.
  • Vitamin B6 – beneficial · Essential vitamin for protein metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.
  • Riboflavin – beneficial · Vitamin B2 essential for energy production and antioxidant function.
  • Vitamin A Palmitate – beneficial · Essential vitamin for vision, immune function, and cellular development.
  • Folic Acid – beneficial · Essential B vitamin for DNA synthesis and cell division.
  • Vitamin B12 – beneficial · Essential vitamin for nerve function and red blood cell formation.
  • Vitamin D3 – beneficial · Essential vitamin for bone health and immune function.

Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals

Contains whole grain corn as first ingredient

Cinnamon provides natural anti-inflammatory compounds

No artificial preservatives

12g added sugar from multiple sources

Contains inflammatory seed oils

Ultra-processed with artificial colors and flavors

Causes significant blood sugar spikes

More sugar than beneficial nutrients