Reese's Puffs Bunnies Cereal

by General Mills

Ultra-processed cereal that's essentially candy disguised as breakfast food. High in added sugars with multiple forms of sugar listed, artificial additives, and inflammatory seed oils.

• WHOLE GRAIN CORN – safe · Provides fiber and some nutrients, though heavily processed into puffs loses much nutritional value.
• SUGAR – controversial · Second ingredient by weight, contributing to blood sugar spikes and metabolic dysfunction with regular consumption.
• PEANUTS – beneficial · Good source of protein and healthy fats, though processed into paste form reduces benefits.
• MONOGLYCERIDES – controversial · Emulsifier that may disrupt gut microbiome and contribute to inflammatory bowel conditions.
• PEANUT OIL – controversial · High in omega-6 fatty acids which can promote inflammation when consumed regularly.
• SALT – safe · Essential mineral in moderate amounts, helps enhance flavor.
• MOLASSES – safe · Less processed sugar source with some minerals, but still contributes to overall sugar load.
• CORN STARCH – safe · Thickening agent with minimal nutritional value but generally safe.
• DEXTROSE – controversial · Simple sugar that rapidly raises blood glucose levels, contributing to metabolic stress.
• CORN MEAL – safe · Provides some fiber and nutrients but lacks the benefits of whole grain corn.
• CORN SYRUP – controversial · Highly processed sweetener that promotes insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction.
• CANOLA OIL – controversial · Highly processed seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids that promotes inflammation.
• HERSHEY'S COCOA – safe · Provides antioxidants and chocolate flavor, though minimal amounts used.
• CARAMEL COLOR – controversial · Contains 4-methylimidazole, a potential carcinogen formed during manufacturing process.
• TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE – safe · Generally recognized as safe emulsifier, though some concerns about phosphate additives.
• NATURAL FLAVOR – safe · Proprietary flavor compounds that are generally safe but lack transparency.
• MIXED TOCOPHEROLS – beneficial · Natural vitamin E compounds that prevent rancidity and provide antioxidant benefits.
• TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE – safe · Calcium supplement that supports bone health.
• CALCIUM CARBONATE – safe · Common calcium supplement for bone health.
• IRON – beneficial · Essential mineral for oxygen transport and energy metabolism.
• ZINC – beneficial · Important mineral for immune function and wound healing.
• SODIUM ASCORBATE – beneficial · Vitamin C supplement that supports immune function and acts as antioxidant.
• NIACINAMIDE – beneficial · Vitamin B3 essential for energy metabolism and cellular function.
• PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE – beneficial · Vitamin B6 important for protein metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.
• RIBOFLAVIN – beneficial · Vitamin B2 essential for energy production and cellular growth.
• THIAMIN MONONITRATE – beneficial · Vitamin B1 crucial for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous system function.
• VITAMIN A PALMITATE – beneficial · Vitamin A supplement important for vision and immune function.
• FOLIC ACID – beneficial · B vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation.
• VITAMIN B12 – beneficial · Essential vitamin for nerve function and red blood cell formation.
• VITAMIN D3 – beneficial · Important for bone health and immune function.

Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals

Contains whole grain corn as first ingredient

Provides some protein from peanut butter

Multiple forms of added sugar

Contains inflammatory seed oils

Ultra-processed with artificial additives

May contain pesticide residues

Promotes blood sugar spikes